AutoZone does not replace alternators directly; however, they offer services such as testing your alternator to determine if it's faulty. If it is indeed bad, you can purchase a replacement alternator from them, and they may provide advice or guidance on how to install it yourself. Some locations also offer installation services for certain parts, so it's best to check with your local AutoZone for specific options.
Autozone & O'Reilly Auto Parts both test starters and alternators.
The best way to go about this if you are not mechanically inclined, go to your neighborhood Autozone, or Discount Auto parts stores, both stores test alternators for free, I used to work at autozone, so i know firsthand.
You can get this at an Autozone who can special order it for you. They can also do this at Pep Boys or you can look online at some auto sites.
They can if the bearings are bad but most of the time they will make no sound even though they are bad. Have it tested at any auto parts store if you suspect it it bad.
Cars don't charge alternators; alternators charge cars. If your new alternator isn't charging, it could be your battery is bad or your battery connections are corroded. Another thing it might be is your voltage regulator. Many alternators come with built-in voltage regulators, but if your system has a standalone v.r., it could be bad too. Finally, if your 'new' alternator is actually a refurbished or rebuilt one, it could be a bad rebuild. It happens.
Take it to AutoZone, and they can test it
alternators are classified as stators and rotors
Almost all of the local parts stores here offer free testing of alternators.. O'Reilly, Murray's, Autozone, Advance, just to name a few. Stop by and ask to have it tested. have the car running remove the positive cable from battery if car stalls it's the alternator if it stays running possibly the battery.
bad battery is the most common, overworking (eg: big stereo, electric/hydraulic plow), worn out, electrical damage (shorting out).
Firstly, no you must not pick the particular Alternators
Either the alternator is not providing a charge to the battery, or the battery has a dead cell and won't hold a charge. There are auto parts stores (AutoZone, Advance, O'Reilly's) that will check batteries and/or alternators free of charge.
alternators go 'bad' in various ways; bearings = noise diodes = no charge, insufficient charge or discharge. brushes = no charge