Can a bad alternator cause heater problems?
The alternator, low battery, and fuel light will have no effect on your heat. Your lack of heat is a separate issue aside from a car that won’t run and cannot produce any heat.
Does the alternator have anything to do with the heat?
An alternator itself produces a lot of heat, especially when fully loaded. It absorbs heat from the engine too. As an alternator warms up, it typically loses 10 % efficiency by the time it reaches normal operating temperature. The additional work of the alternator places strain on the drive belt and engine as well.
What would happen if my alternator went out?
If your alternator goes out – your car isn’t going anywhere fast. Because your alternator charges your car’s battery, without it, you won’t be able to start your car, which means you’ll need a tow to the mechanic. When you have a dead alternator, your battery will also die during normal use. A dead battery again.
What should I do if my alternator is not working?
In this case, everything with your car’s alternator seems to check out OK — no belt issues or other visible signs of trouble — but the car’s battery is dead, as is most of the car’s electrical equipment.
Can a bad alternator kill a new battery?
The same situation could happen again with a new battery, if you miss signs of a failing alternator. Many people, even professionals, are quick to assume the battery is bad, but this can be a costly assumption if your failing alternator kills your newly replaced battery, too.
Why is it important to have an alternator in your car?
Your vehicle’s alternator has one extremely important job: Keeping your battery charged. Additionally, your alternator also pumps in a little extra electrical power, so that each electrical system runs optimally. Without your alternator, your battery would drain in a few minutes and your car would stop.
How much does it cost to replace an alternator?
Alternator Prices and Installation. Make sure that your current alternator is beyond repair first before getting a new one. Alternator prices can vary greatly by make and model, but generally speaking, new alternators should run around $250 without labor for installation.