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      Top 100 Alternator Repair Shops in Washington

      TDC Automotive LLC

      TDC Automotive LLC

      5
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as fortunate and awesome
      The Car Guy 38th

      The Car Guy 38th

      5
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as excellent and
      Anacortes Automotive

      Anacortes Automotive

      4.9
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as happy and nice
      European Auto Repair and Service at Swedish Automotive

      European Auto Repair and Service at Swedish Automotive

      4.8
      Certified
      Mo-Th 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as happy and best
      Tom’s Automotive of West Seattle

      Tom’s Automotive of West Seattle

      4.7
      Certified
      Mo-Th 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as super and outstanding
      Village Transmission & Auto Clinic

      Village Transmission & Auto Clinic

      4.7
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as outstanding and helpful
      Gateway Automotive and Transmission

      Gateway Automotive and Transmission

      4.7
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as grateful and excellent
      G P Automotive

      G P Automotive

      4.7
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as fantastic and nice
      Gateway Automotive and Transmission

      Gateway Automotive and Transmission

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as best and lovely
      Master Tech Automotive -Vancouver

      Master Tech Automotive -Vancouver

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as awesome and excellent
      Midway Automotive & Tire

      Midway Automotive & Tire

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as happy and fantastic
      Rod's Master Auto Tech

      Rod's Master Auto Tech

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as surprised and delightful
      Scotty's Auto Repair

      Scotty's Auto Repair

      4.6
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as grateful and thankful
      Gateway Autohaus

      Gateway Autohaus

      4.5
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as happy and helpful
      Rod's Japanese Auto Care

      Rod's Japanese Auto Care

      4.5
      Certified
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as awesome and nice
      Gateway Automotive

      Gateway Automotive

      4.5
      Certified
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Customers reviewed this shop as super and nice
      Mountainside Auto Service LLC

      Mountainside Auto Service LLC

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      Springs Brake and Suspension

      Springs Brake and Suspension

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Blue Canary

      Blue Canary

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Fr-Su Closed
      Mackert Automotive LLC

      Mackert Automotive LLC

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
      Fr-Su Closed

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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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