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Common Causes of Alternator Failure

June 22, 2022

Most Common Causes of Alternator Failure Electrical causes of alternator failure 1) Attempting to fully recharge a dead battery using the vehicle’s alternator. The alternator is designed to replenish the battery from the last start and to supply extra power during engine operation. It is NOT designed to output maximum current and voltage for long periods, especially at low engine RPMs found at idle. This causes the rotor, stator and diodes to overheat and fail. Prolonged Maximum Charging Output will cause premature alternator failure. Never operate your alternator for more … Read More