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      Top 30 Alternator Repair Shops in Mission Viejo, CA

      Laguna Viejo Auto Service

      Laguna Viejo Auto Service

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Mesman Motors

      Mesman Motors

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Stress-Free Auto Care / Neighborhood Car Care

      Stress-Free Auto Care / Neighborhood Car Care

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Ramona Tire

      Ramona Tire

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Saddleback Cars

      Saddleback Cars

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      A-Z Tech Automotive

      A-Z Tech Automotive

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Auto Care Experts

      Auto Care Experts

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Larry's Independent Service

      Larry's Independent Service

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      The Mechanic OC

      The Mechanic OC

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Mark Douglas Motorworks

      Mark Douglas Motorworks

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      British4x4 Unlimited Inc.

      British4x4 Unlimited Inc.

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Quality BMW Mercedes Euro Repair

      Quality BMW Mercedes Euro Repair

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Toyota Prius Repair Shop

      Toyota Prius Repair Shop

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Finishline Auto Repair

      Finishline Auto Repair

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      purrfect auto service #17

      purrfect auto service #17

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Su Closed
      Padilla’s Auto Repair

      Padilla’s Auto Repair

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Foothill Auto Service

      Foothill Auto Service

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Wheel & Tire Connection

      Wheel & Tire Connection

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Porsche Irvine Service Center

      Porsche Irvine Service Center

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      L & M Automotive Service Center

      L & M Automotive Service Center

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Pacific German, Inc.

      Pacific German, Inc.

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Laguna Woods Auto Repair, Inc

      Laguna Woods Auto Repair, Inc

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Elite Automotive Services

      Elite Automotive Services

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Auto Check Center

      Auto Check Center

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Glenwood Aliso Creek Auto Repair

      Glenwood Aliso Creek Auto Repair

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:45 AM – 5:15 PM
      Su Closed
      Lake Forest Auto Care

      Lake Forest Auto Care

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Vtec Auto Repair

      Vtec Auto Repair

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Amato Tire

      Amato Tire

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Discount Tire & Service Centers - Rancho Santa Margarita

      Discount Tire & Service Centers - Rancho Santa Margarita

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
      Brake Masters

      Brake Masters

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed

      How weather affects Alternator Repair

      Do you plan to take your vehicle to a place like Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ. 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 temperatures as in{' '} Phoenix, AZ can lead to insufficient lubrication, resulting in sludge formation. oil flow might be lowered and can impede your vehicle's overall performance.

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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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