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Is My Alternator Working?

I take my vehicle to one my local nationwide auto parts stores [like Autozone, O'Reilly, etc.].

They have handheld, portable, test equipment with which they can test alternators, batteries, and electrical systems on my truck while in their parking lot.

In our area [SE Texas] these testing services are free.

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