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What noises does a bad alternator make?
A bad alternator will make whats called a whirring noise. It could also make a low growl. This is just the bearings going bad. If your alternator is not supplying any power, it has nothing to do with noise typically.
1993 subaru legacy rough idle- what could be causing it?
If an alternator is going bad it can cause a rough idle in a 1993 Subaru Legacy. Cold temperatures in the winter can also cause a rough idle in the Subaru Legacy.
Charging system drops at idle but charges up at high idle what could cause this?
That would be the alternator, voltage rgulator, or even a bad ground. Email MYCOMATT167@YAHOO.COM follow up
Would a bad alternator make a car overheat?
No, not an alternator itself. A slipping belt driving the alternator and the water pump could though.
Will a bad battery cause your car to lose power at higher rpm will it idle low at a stop?
No, but a bad alternator will.
I have a 2003 Chevy impala how do i know if i have a bad battery or bad alternator?
To test the alternator if funds are low, let the motor idle and remove the negative battery cable, if the motor dies its probably the alternator.
Could bad wiring cause a alternator to go bad?
Yes it could.
Can a bad alternator make a car run hot?
No it can not. If the belt is missing that could cause it to run hot.
What are symptoms of an alternator going bad?
You may see the headlights and dash lights flicker at an idle. You may hear unusual noises coming from the alternator when the engine is running.
Toyota doesn't idle after battery install?
probaly gonna be that your alternator went bad , or would need to reset computer
What are the signs of a bad alternator in a Ford Expedtion?
A bad alternator will not give proper power to the vehicle. Dim lights, buzz in the stereo or a dead battery could all be causes of a bad alternator.
What is the noise that a bad alternator will make?
If bearings go bad on a alternator/ will make a grindind noise or long squilling noise.. but if only electronic's inside alternator are damage no noise wil be heard
