Genuine OEM Alternators

When you want your vehicle to start, you need your battery and spark plugs. They're what help you create the ignition that kindles the internal combustion in your engine. However, your alternator is the part that's responsible for generating the electricity that powers most of the components in your truck, SUV, car, or van.

How Alternators Work

It all happens under the hood. Your crankshaft converts the vertical motion of the pistons into rotary motion. That activates a and drive belt, which rotates a pulley located on the rotor shaft. Magnetic coils contained inside the rotor start to spin, creating a magnetic field that's captured by a rectifier and turned into electricity. That electricity is delivered to different parts such as the entertainment system, power windows, and windshield wipers, and more.

How to Spot Alternator Problems

Sadly, even the best alternator can eventually begin to go bd. You may not know that your alternator is failing until it completely dies. Signs of trouble include:

How to Check Your Alternator

If you suspect that your alternator is failing, you can test it by checking the battery’s voltage with the engine turned off. If it reads lower than 12.5 volts, give it a quick charge and then test again. If you don’t see a higher voltage reading after the charge, your alternator may be going bad.

We Sell Genuine OEM Alternators at the Internet's Most Affordable Prices

A new alternator can cost a lot of money, so getting the right one is essential. Buying one made by your manufacturer is your best choice, since it's the only one guaranteed to work with your Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury model. Order yours, along with any hardware you may need, from our online auto parts center. We sell them at a steep discount to the MSRP, so you can save up to 35% while shopping from your sofa. Buy today and we'll ship your order right to your doorstep!