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      Top 26 Alternator Repair Shops in Placentia, CA

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      Placentia Super Service

      Placentia Super Service

      4.8
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Tokyo Automotive Repair - Auto Repair Service for Acura, Nissan,Toyota, Honda, Lexus and Subaru Vehicles in Placentia CA

      Tokyo Automotive Repair - Auto Repair Service for Acura, Nissan,Toyota, Honda, Lexus and Subaru Vehicles in Placentia CA

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo Closed
      Tu-Fr 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Star Auto Service

      Star Auto Service

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Nolan's Auto Service

      Nolan's Auto Service

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Import Auto Clinic

      Import Auto Clinic

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Frank's Auto Services

      Frank's Auto Services

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Mike's Foreign Car Inc

      Mike's Foreign Car Inc

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Fr 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Ambassador Automotive

      Ambassador Automotive

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Community Tire & Auto Service

      Community Tire & Auto Service

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Precision German Performance

      Precision German Performance

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

      Ronin Autowerks

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Anaheim Wheel & Tire

      Anaheim Wheel & Tire

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Auto Union Tuning

      Auto Union Tuning

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Econo Lube N' Tune & Brakes

      Econo Lube N' Tune & Brakes

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Cook's Tire & Tune Orange

      Cook's Tire & Tune Orange

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Daniels Tire Service

      Daniels Tire Service

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Becker Tire & Service Center

      Becker Tire & Service Center

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Ana Auto Lube N Tune

      Ana Auto Lube N Tune

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Fisk Automotive

      Fisk Automotive

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      American Tire Depot

      American Tire Depot

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Eberhardt's Tire & Automotive

      Eberhardt's Tire & Automotive

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Jiffy Lube

      Jiffy Lube

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Euro Car Clinic

      Euro Car Clinic

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Anchor Muffler & Auto Service

      Anchor Muffler & Auto Service

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      King's Auto Repair & Tires

      King's Auto Repair & Tires

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

      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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