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      Top 40 Alternator Repair Shops in Richmond, CA

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      Dana Meyer Auto Care

      Dana Meyer Auto Care

      4.9
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Adams Autoworx Albany

      Adams Autoworx Albany

      4.8
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Albany Tire & Service

      Albany Tire & Service

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Argonaut Garage

      Argonaut Garage

      4.9
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Autometrics

      Autometrics

      4.8
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Stewart's Body Shop Inc

      Stewart's Body Shop Inc

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

      Griffin Motorwerke

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Steve's Auto Care

      Steve's Auto Care

      4.8
      Good Standing
      R & R Towing & Auto Service

      R & R Towing & Auto Service

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Tire Choice Auto Service Centers

      Tire Choice Auto Service Centers

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Letcher Bros. Auto Repair

      Letcher Bros. Auto Repair

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Berkeley Motor Works Inc

      Berkeley Motor Works Inc

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      El Sobrante Town Garage

      El Sobrante Town Garage

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Tire Depot

      Tire Depot

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 9:15 AM – 3:00 PM
      El Cerrito Tires & Auto Body

      El Cerrito Tires & Auto Body

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Cruz Auto Repair

      Cruz Auto Repair

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

      Oil Changers

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Castrol Premium Lube Express

      Castrol Premium Lube Express

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
      Su Closed
      Midas

      Midas

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Mellow Motors BMW

      Mellow Motors BMW

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Bavarian Professionals

      Bavarian Professionals

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru

      Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Berkeley Minicar

      Berkeley Minicar

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Model Garage, Inc.

      Model Garage, Inc.

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:25 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      MINI of Marin Service and Parts

      MINI of Marin Service and Parts

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Robin's Auto Service

      Robin's Auto Service

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su Closed
      DNA Automotive

      DNA Automotive

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Berkeley Bob's

      Berkeley Bob's

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Art's Automotive

      Art's Automotive

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:30 PM
      Fr 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Honda Marin Service and Parts

      Honda Marin Service and Parts

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      First Choice Auto Repair & Brakes

      First Choice Auto Repair & Brakes

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
      Su Closed
      Dave's Complete Auto Services

      Dave's Complete Auto Services

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      MINI of Marin

      MINI of Marin

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Tu-Sa 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Su 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Marin Subaru Service Department

      Marin Subaru Service Department

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Holland Service

      Holland Service

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      German Auto Sport

      German Auto Sport

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

      Auto Repair Specialist

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      AAMCO Transmissions & Total Car Care

      AAMCO Transmissions & Total Car Care

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Orinda Motors, Inc.

      Orinda Motors, Inc.

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Big O Tires

      Big O Tires

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

      How weather affects Alternator Repair

      Do you plan to take your vehicle to a place like Salton City, CA 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 Salton City, CA. 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{' '} Salton City, CA 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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      Any or all of the following fixes might be proposed by your shop in Salton City, CA 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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