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      Top 17 Alternator Repair Shops in Harlingen, TX

      Dominguez Automobile Services

      Dominguez Automobile Services

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Midas

      Midas

      4.4
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as excellent and nice
      Oil Can Harry's #4 - Harlingen

      Oil Can Harry's #4 - Harlingen

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Goodyear Auto Service

      Goodyear Auto Service

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Su 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Customers reviewed this shop as excellent and helpful
      Payne Weslaco Chevrolet Service Department

      Payne Weslaco Chevrolet Service Department

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
      Sa 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Mike's Tire Shop

      Mike's Tire Shop

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Fern Automotive Services

      Fern Automotive Services

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Goodyear Auto Service

      Goodyear Auto Service

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
      Su 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Customers reviewed this shop as awesome and excellent
      Oil Changers

      Oil Changers

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Munoz Auto Services

      Munoz Auto Services

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as excellent and nice
      Pueblo Tires & Service - Boca Chica Blvd

      Pueblo Tires & Service - Boca Chica Blvd

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su Closed
      J&J AUTO SHOP

      J&J AUTO SHOP

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 – 11:00 AM
      Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as grateful and respectful
      Rick's Auto Service

      Rick's Auto Service

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as best and nice
      Diego's Auto Service

      Diego's Auto Service

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Oil Can Harry's #3 - Edinburg

      Oil Can Harry's #3 - Edinburg

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Cantu's Auto Repair & Wrecker

      Cantu's Auto Repair & Wrecker

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Three Star Muffler Shop

      Three Star Muffler Shop

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed

      How weather affects Alternator Repair

      Do you plan to take your vehicle to a place like Laredo, TX with prolonged heat/cold or humidity in the next 3 months? Please consider the following impact on your vehicle:

      Heat is generated very quickly due to the friction between the brake pads and the brake rotors, so the brake system will remain warm long after the vehicle has been parked in Laredo, TX. Heavy braking can overheat the brakes, leading you to experience brake fade that reduces the efficiency of the brakes and lengthens the distance your vehicle comes to a complete halt. When engine oil is thinner due to heat, there is increased risk of leaks occurring. Additionally, higher temperaturestemperatires as in Laredo, TX can lead to insufficient lubrication, resulting in sludge formation. oil flow might be lowered and can impede your vehicle's overall performance.

      High Humidity such as in Laredo, TX increases the likelihood of condensation inside the headlight housing. Water and electricity don't mix, which may cause a short circuit leading to failure of your lightbulb. In addition, any condensation water coming in contact with a hot light bulb may cause the bulb to break. Many different sensors in your vehicle let its car computer know if a potential problem is detected because they sense temperatures, pressures, filling level etc. to be out of normal range. Excess moisture from heavy humidity in Laredo, TX might cause the sensors to trip inadvertently and create a false positive, meaning they signal a problem even when there really isn't one. Every time a warning or the check engine light is on, get it diagnosed by a professional before you worry about the malfunction of your car.

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      Any or all of the following fixes might be proposed by your shop in Laredo, TX to restore your brake system to operate as designed and meet safety standards. THESE FIXES are offered by all shops IN the neighborhoods

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      Symptoms of a bad alternator

      A bad alternator can take a toll on your vehicle’s electrical system, affecting the dashboard, lights, multimedia, AC, etc. This is because the alternator is one of the "pulsing hearts" of your vehicle's electrical and charging systems, acting as a power supply to many components. If you suspect an alternator issue in your car, read our checklist below to try and find similar symptoms to yours.

      1. Dim or Flickering Headlights

      A failing alternator struggles to provide consistent electrical power, causing headlights to dim or flicker.

      2. Battery Warning Light

      The vehicle’s dashboard illuminates the battery icon when the alternator fails to charge the battery adequately.

      3. Dead Battery

      A bad alternator fails to recharge the battery, eventually leaving it drained and unable to start the car.

      4. Electrical Failures

      Insufficient power output from the alternator can cause issues like malfunctioning power windows, radio, or dashboard lights.

      5. Strange Noises (Whining or Grinding)

      Worn bearings inside the alternator or a loose serpentine belt can create whining or grinding sounds near the engine.

      6. Burning Rubber or Electrical Smell

      Overheating in the alternator or a slipping belt can cause a distinct burning smell.

      7. Car Stalls or Struggles to Start

      A failing alternator can't supply enough power to keep the engine running or to start the car reliably.

      8. Dim Interior or Dashboard Lights

      A bad alternator reduces electrical power to the vehicle’s interior lighting and dashboard displays.

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