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I'm not certain of the actual MTBF, but I've seen cars go 200 thousand miles on the original alternator. I'm sure it depends on the conditions the vehicle is operated in and the condition of the battery at any given time.
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What is the the service interval for a BMW 320d?
Dependent on which year the car is produced, but on the newer diesel car's from BMW the service interval is approximately 30 000 km, but it can change depending on your style of driving the car. The speedometer/odometer gives you information about when and what you should service.
How does a car know when to change the oil?
AnswerCars today use an internal clock and the odometer reading stored when the last service interval was reset to count down to the next service interval.
Does the alternator run when you have the car started and in park?
Yes, as long as the engine is running, so is the alternator. The alternator is actually what keeps the car battery charged.
How long is the time interval between seeing and acting when a car driver has to stop a car in emergency?
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Will a car start with a faulty alternator?
As long as the battery is charged
How do you charge a battery still in the car without damaging the alternator?
As long as the ignition switch is off, it will not damage the alternator.
How can you tell if your alternator is bad on a Subaru Outback?
The quick easy method for determining a bad alternator or at least to find out if it is charging, while the car IS running remove the negative battery cable from the battery, if the car stalls then you need to have the alternator service inspected.
Why does my car take a long time to start?
you need to check your alternator
Is it necessary to change the transmission oil in normal driving conditions?
Yes, all car manufacterers have a recommended service interval.
Can a car start with a bad alternator?
Yes it can as long as the battery is charged . The purpose of the alternator is to put the power used back into the battery.
Can you start your car with a bad alternator?
Yes it can as long as the battery is charged . The purpose of the alternator is to put the power used back into the battery
How often do you need an oil change for your car?
It depends. It is usually the oil change interval is usually indicated in the service manual.
