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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.

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Q: What are symptoms of an alternator going bad?
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What are symptoms of bad alternator?

There are several signs that an alternator is going bad. A few signs are dim lights, smell, warning lights, and a dead battery.


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