SPONSORED LINKS

Why does my car keep ruining alternators?

Tiny
RAULRUL0
  • MEMBER
  • 2001 FORD FOCUS
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 171,013 MILES
I had my alternator replaced twice and my battery replaced 3 times after that. The first alternator lasted 2 days the 2nd on lasted 2 weeks. The starter and battery are good. What can be making the car burn through so many alternators?
Friday, July 16th, 2021 AT 1:38 PM

1 Reply

Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,755 POSTS
Hi,

By any chance, are you getting the faulty alternators replaced with the same brand from the same place each time? Are they new or remanufactured parts? Are you sure it is the alternator and not a connection issue?

I have experienced issues with remanufactured parts so many times. Interestingly, if one is bad, the next one seems the same. It's just a theory at this point.

If it has failed and you still have the vehicle, follow this link and let me know the results:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Let me know the results.

Take care,

Joe
SPONSORED LINKS
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Friday, July 16th, 2021 AT 9:14 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Alternator Replace/Remove Content

Alternator Replacement
VIDEO
Alternator Replacement
Instructional repair video
Alternator Replacement
GUIDE
Alternator Replacement
Got a red battery warning light on? This most likely means the alternator has gone out and needs a replacement. To confirm the failure use a voltmeter to test the alternator...
VIEW MORE

Sponsored links