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If a variety of electronics in your car are suddenly losing power, you may have a faulty alternator. The alternator transforms the engine’s mechanical energy into electrical voltage. Without the alternator, even the battery won’t work for long. Here are a few key signs that would indicate you’re in need of alternator repair at your local Lincoln dealer.
Your Non-Vital Accessories Aren’t Working
Modern cars usually have an intelligent, prioritized response to failures in the electrical supply. Rather than reducing power to all electrical components at the same time, the car cuts voltage to the non-vital accessories first. This might include your stereo, phone charger, power windows, and heated seating.
Car parts that are more important for your road safety, such as headlights, power steering, and the engine’s spark plugs, will be the last to lose power. So if you notice nonessential electrical components faltering, switch off as many as you can to conserve voltage and pull over safely before the essential electrical parts also fail.
Your Headlights Dim and Brighten
When an alternator starts to struggle, the power it provides may become erratic for a short while before it fails. If you’re driving after dark when this happens, the unstable voltage may cause your headlights to dim and brighten or flicker increasingly erratically.
Your Engine Starts To Misfire
As the engine needs a steady supply of electricity for the spark plugs, a dying alternator will eventually cause the spark plugs to start misfiring. This will cause your engine to sputter and shake and gradually lose power.
Whining and Growling Sounds
The engine sends power to the alternator via the serpentine belt. If this belt ever slips out of position, you may hear whining or growling noises as the loose belt rubs awkwardly against the edge of the pulley.
Your Battery Doesn’t Have Any juice
When a faulty alternator fails to recharge the battery, your battery will eventually run out of power entirely and refuse to start your car in the morning. If you jump-start your car, but the engine refuses to keep going for long, then your alternator probably has a problem; a healthy alternator would keep your car going after the jump-start.
The Battery Warning Light Is On
Any significant issue with your car’s electrical supply, such as a failing alternator will usually cause the battery warning light to come alive on your dashboard. This warning light may indicate a few different electrical problems, so it’s best to have a technician investigate without delay.
Have your alternator problems resolved today at Star Lincoln. We offer a fantastic range of superb Lincoln vehicles, both brand-new and pre-owned, and also courteous, personalized customer service.
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