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Auto Solutions

Garage in Reading, 10 years of experience

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25th January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Reece and Danny were friendly and professional. I would happy ask them to conduct further work with my car. Overall great experience via ClickMechanic and Reece et al. and would recommend to others.”

TECK

Toyota Avensis • Alternator replacement

20th November 2019

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Reece is top bloke:; very knowledgable, sorted my car in no time, looked around car n help with the right info:; very happy:)”

ASHLEY

Volkswagen Polo • Diagnostic Inspection

Ramp Garage Ltd

Garage in Iver, 20 years of experience

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25th January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Paul was excellent, arrived on time and fixed and replaced the alternator on my Audi TT. Very professional and would highly recommend”

TREMAYNE

Audi TT Roadster • Alternator replacement

13th January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Paul was great, he kept me informed throughout the process, from ordering my part to informing his arrival time on the day. He explained what work was required and how long it would take. He completed the job as scheduled and my car is in a good order now.”

HENRIETA

Audi A3 • Alternator replacement

Adam's Mobile Mechanical Services Ltd

Garage in Derby, 10 years of experience

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22nd January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Great guy, arrived early but called beforehand to confirm that was ok. Did an efficient and good standard of work and helped sort a washer fault on my other vehicle without me even asking. I’d happily recommend Adam to anybody and I will certainly use him again.”

SAMUEL

Volvo V50 • Alternator replacement

5th September 2017

Rating: 4.0 out of 5

“Adam was polite and courteous, the service did not seem to take long, I just hope I got what I paid for.”

MICHAEL

Vauxhall/Opel Agila • Full Service

Pro2 Vehicle Solutions

Garage in Teynham, 25 years of experience

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21st January 2020

Rating: 4.0 out of 5

“Joe was good as before but work got delayed because given wrong parts for car so today work completed”

LAVINIA

Nissan Micra • Alternator replacement

25th January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Joe was spot on, did a great job and went the extra mile, greased all the parts and spent time to get it right”

STEVEN

Volkswagen Transporter • Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)

M.R Auto Services

Garage in Bridgwater, 15 years of experience

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18th January 2020

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Martin was excellent, took 90 mins to replace the alternator on my Hyundai, even with a damaged dominant hand.
All fitted, finished and cleaned up by 10am, on a Saturday as well..
Couldn't ask for a faster, friendlier and knowledgeble mechanic.”

BARRY

Hyundai Santa Fe • Alternator replacement

12th April 2019

Rating: 5.0 out of 5

“Martin was friendly, on time, knew what he was talking about and worked efficiently. I would defiantly recommend him.”

DANIEL

Alfa Romeo MiTo • Wheel bearing replacement - rear (driver side)

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How much does an Alternator repair cost?

Labour times and part prices vary depending on the particular vehicle, but to give you an idea here are some examples.

Car	Franchise Dealer estimate	Independent Garage estimate	ClickMechanic	Saving
Car1999 Mitsubishi Space Star	Franchise Dealer Est.£359 - £396	Independent Garage Est.£272 - £301	ClickMechanic Est.£273 - £302	Saving23%
Car2009 Audi A6	Franchise Dealer Est.£1023 - £1131	Independent Garage Est.£803 - £888	ClickMechanic Est.£804 - £889	Saving21%
Car2013 Fiat Doblo Cargo XL	Franchise Dealer Est.£303 - £397	Independent Garage Est.£229 - £307	ClickMechanic Est.£230 - £308	Saving23%
Car2000 Fiat Multipla	Franchise Dealer Est.£297 - £373	Independent Garage Est.£223 - £286	ClickMechanic Est.£224 - £287	Saving23%
Car1999 Fiat Bravo	Franchise Dealer Est.£429 - £504	Independent Garage Est.£329 - £390	ClickMechanic Est.£331 - £392	Saving22%

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What does an Alternator do?

The alternator is an electrical device situated in the engine bay tasked with generating electricity to charge the battery of the car. It is coupled to the engine drive, meaning that when the engine is activated the alternator is actuated, in turn, the battery is charged. It is vital that the alternator works effectively, seeing that the battery provides electricity to a range of components.

How do you know there is something wrong with the Alternator?

When the battery warning light on the car's dashboard has lit up.
When the battery does not charge.
When the battery is flat.
When the lights are not as bright as usual.

When should you consider an Alternator replacement?

Should you experience any problems like those listed above it is important to have the alternator inspected and, if necessary, have the alternator replaced. Always remember to service the alternator as and when stipulated in the manufacturer's guidelines. It is essential that the alternator is kept in tip-top condition, this should contribute to a prolonged and unproblematic alternator lifespan.

What happens during an Alternator Replacement?

Mechanic will inspect the car's electrical systems.
Mechanic will inspect the alternator's ancillaries (drive belt, cables etc.)
Mechanic will test the voltage output of the alternator.
If necessary, the mechanic will replace the alternator.
Mechanic will advise if any other parts of the electric system need to be replaced.
Mechanic will test the electric system and will test drive the car.
Mechanic will make any adjustments if necessary.

What happens if I don’t get my car’s Alternator fixed or replaced?

The increasing amount of electrical equipment fitted in most modern cars puts a huge strain on the alternator which provides the power for it.

A failing or faulty alternator is struggling to provide the power for all the electrical equipment that is being used. This means that your car battery regularly needs to be recharged, as the alternator isn’t supplying enough power to top it up sufficiently.

If you notice that your car’s lights are going dim when they are in use, this might also be a signal that you need to investigate whether your alternator is faulty and needs to be replaced.
Eventually, your car could either stop running or fail to restart after it has been used for a while.

How common is an Alternator replacement?

It can often be difficult to diagnose problems with your car’s electrical system. But an experienced mechanic will be able to carry out a diagnostic check on the system. This will determine whether the battery is healthy and can hold a charge.

If you encounter issues with your battery, e.g. your battery regularly runs down, you should also have your alternator looked at to determine whether it needs to be replaced.

If you drive regularly in cold weather, this is sure to have an adverse effect on how well your car’s alternator works. Batteries need more power to work effectively in these conditions, and that puts even more strain on the alternator, which is likely to shorten its life.

What are common Alternator brands on the market?

Many of the companies known for manufacturing car batteries also make alternators, and brands you might regularly see include Valeo, Bosch, Lucas, and Denso.

How to extend the lifetime of your Alternator?

The age and condition of your car’s battery will have a pronounced effect on the life of its alternator. A battery in poor condition will also put extra strain on the alternator.
Apart from ensuring that your battery is working as it should, there is not a lot you can do to greatly affect the life of your alternator – you could be driving along perfectly happily one day then need an alternator replacement the next. Keeping your engine components clean, and having your auxiliary belt, which powers your air conditioning compressor, power steering pump and water pump, replaced when needed can reduce the strain it takes.

How much does an Alternator Replacement cost?

The cost of an alternator replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement. Find out what you could save by having your alternator replaced by Clickmechanic, by selecting your car at the top of this page!

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53 manufacturers for Alternator Repair

Name	Clickmechanic Click mechanic average	Independent garage estimate	Franchise dealer estimate
Alfa Romeo Parts costs: £247.49 - £453.21 Labour time: 0-3 hours # of quotes: 593	£400	£297 - £492	£406 - £707	Get exact price
Audi Parts costs: £285.15 - £540.00 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 3824	£454	£334 - £537	£468 - £764	Get exact price
Austin Parts costs: £124.97 - £213.50 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 28	£205	£150 - £227	£199 - £311	Get exact price
Bentley Parts costs: £634.84 - £889.88 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 2	£750	£692 - £824	£876 - £1,054	Get exact price
BMW Parts costs: £288.62 - £695.74 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 5041	£487	£338 - £645	£489 - £886	Get exact price
Cadillac Parts costs: £276.35 - £548.90 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 2	£429	£336 - £521	£450 - £676	Get exact price
Chevrolet Parts costs: £173.49 - £394.89 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 743	£330	£223 - £389	£306 - £514	Get exact price
Chrysler Parts costs: £337.73 - £648.90 Labour time: 0-4 hours # of quotes: 553	£562	£387 - £729	£510 - £1,050	Get exact price
Citroen Parts costs: £231.18 - £472.92 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 4080	£395	£283 - £487	£371 - £641	Get exact price
Dacia Parts costs: £156.49 - £529.03 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 13	£334	£214 - £512	£302 - £670	Get exact price
Daewoo Parts costs: £162.43 - £374.39 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 119	£293	£201 - £361	£271 - £472	Get exact price
Daihatsu Parts costs: £177.63 - £487.32 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 36	£356	£227 - £455	£311 - £585	Get exact price
Daimler Parts costs: £241.38 - £384.90 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 15	£347	£290 - £381	£387 - £504	Get exact price
Dodge Parts costs: £320.09 - £675.28 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 83	£497	£369 - £617	£482 - £784	Get exact price
DS Parts costs: £278.39 - £400.36 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 4	£339	£295 - £383	£367 - £498	Get exact price
Fiat Parts costs: £212.79 - £413.80 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 3592	£337	£262 - £408	£337 - £519	Get exact price
Ford Parts costs: £234.46 - £442.60 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 19598	£359	£284 - £426	£369 - £544	Get exact price
Honda Parts costs: £303.89 - £587.37 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 3078	£460	£353 - £577	£459 - £756	Get exact price
Hyundai Parts costs: £241.17 - £527.67 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 1497	£391	£290 - £500	£377 - £635	Get exact price
Isuzu Parts costs: £314.52 - £479.74 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 60	£404	£349 - £471	£447 - £621	Get exact price
Iveco Parts costs: £259.95 - £427.59 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 58	£377	£287 - £405	£366 - £525	Get exact price
Jaguar Parts costs: £287.99 - £621.46 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 1986	£482	£337 - £583	£477 - £797	Get exact price
Jeep Parts costs: £331.99 - £729.85 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 295	£539	£376 - £685	£491 - £892	Get exact price
Kia Parts costs: £254.27 - £591.15 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 719	£438	£303 - £561	£392 - £711	Get exact price
Land Rover Parts costs: £316.41 - £510.06 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 3779	£453	£365 - £534	£501 - £779	Get exact price
LDV Parts costs: £279.47 - £455.49 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 115	£366	£312 - £429	£401 - £553	Get exact price
Lexus Parts costs: £367.99 - £694.61 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 255	£518	£417 - £633	£572 - £840	Get exact price
Lotus Parts costs: £173.99 - £208.79 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1	£221	£223 - £223	£307 - £307	Get exact price
Maserati Parts costs: £513.31 - £615.97 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 2	£569	£573 - £573	£734 - £734	Get exact price
Mazda Parts costs: £265.20 - £562.75 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 1102	£435	£309 - £518	£404 - £659	Get exact price
Mercedes-Benz Parts costs: £317.36 - £705.59 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 4390	£537	£366 - £692	£512 - £982	Get exact price
MG Parts costs: £189.00 - £331.95 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 270	£307	£238 - £348	£325 - £473	Get exact price
MINI Parts costs: £240.99 - £486.51 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 2351	£426	£301 - £507	£455 - £768	Get exact price
Mitsubishi Parts costs: £236.71 - £485.05 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 465	£395	£286 - £464	£376 - £597	Get exact price
Nissan Parts costs: £226.78 - £572.96 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 1949	£407	£276 - £540	£363 - £689	Get exact price
Perodua Parts costs: £240.01 - £325.26 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 3	£308	£284 - £320	£376 - £423	Get exact price
Peugeot Parts costs: £228.66 - £481.26 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 5209	£407	£280 - £499	£374 - £670	Get exact price
Peugeot Talbot Parts costs: £203.98 - £280.40 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 56	£269	£226 - £283	£287 - £375	Get exact price
Porsche Parts costs: £322.67 - £632.58 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 79	£550	£372 - £613	£485 - £804	Get exact price
Proton Parts costs: £309.42 - £716.18 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 14	£492	£359 - £656	£429 - £785	Get exact price
Renault Parts costs: £239.99 - £566.14 Labour time: 1-3 hours # of quotes: 4492	£460	£305 - £592	£405 - £781	Get exact price
Rover Parts costs: £208.89 - £366.81 Labour time: 0-4 hours # of quotes: 751	£360	£258 - £502	£348 - £758	Get exact price
Saab Parts costs: £266.70 - £486.56 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 1013	£404	£321 - £476	£429 - £628	Get exact price
SEAT Parts costs: £227.49 - £484.29 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 1042	£370	£277 - £464	£366 - £598	Get exact price
Skoda Parts costs: £253.89 - £489.59 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 1032	£391	£303 - £479	£397 - £623	Get exact price
Smart Parts costs: £214.73 - £560.83 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 205	£415	£276 - £560	£380 - £746	Get exact price
Ssangyong Parts costs: £470.37 - £699.53 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 14	£589	£519 - £632	£662 - £797	Get exact price
Subaru Parts costs: £195.99 - £475.94 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 54	£379	£212 - £446	£266 - £568	Get exact price
Suzuki Parts costs: £239.99 - £466.70 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 695	£365	£289 - £438	£368 - £546	Get exact price
Toyota Parts costs: £239.68 - £479.74 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 4323	£375	£289 - £476	£382 - £626	Get exact price
Vauxhall Parts costs: £243.99 - £513.09 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 12456	£389	£293 - £488	£379 - £619	Get exact price
Volkswagen Parts costs: £254.52 - £489.59 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 7286	£405	£304 - £495	£413 - £681	Get exact price
Volvo Parts costs: £283.57 - £494.11 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 2391	£410	£333 - £469	£453 - £625	Get exact price

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Recent Alternator repair quotes

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£56.60

Alternator pulley replacement

Skoda Fabia SDI 1.9L 1999 06

Newcastle Upon Tyne

£60.55

Alternator diode pack replacement

Audi Q5 TDI CR 2.0L 2012 14

Low Valleyfield

£303.12

Alternator replacement

Renault Scenic/Grand Scenic II 2.0L 2008

Paignton

£56.16

Alternator diode pack replacement

Ford Kuga TDCi 2.0L 2012

Batley

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How much does an Alternator repair cost?

Want to learn more about Alternator repairs?

What does an Alternator do?

How do you know there is something wrong with the Alternator?

When should you consider an Alternator replacement?

What happens during an Alternator Replacement?

What happens if I don’t get my car’s Alternator fixed or replaced?

How common is an Alternator replacement?

What are common Alternator brands on the market?

How to extend the lifetime of your Alternator?

How much does an Alternator Replacement cost?

Want to know how much you'd pay at a franchise dealer or independent garage?

We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Alfa Romeo

£400

£297 - £492

£406 - £707

Audi

£454

£334 - £537

£468 - £764

Austin

£205

£150 - £227

£199 - £311

Bentley

£750

£692 - £824

£876 - £1,054

BMW

£487

£338 - £645

£489 - £886

Cadillac

£429

£336 - £521

£450 - £676

Chevrolet

£330

£223 - £389

£306 - £514

Chrysler

£562

£387 - £729

£510 - £1,050

Citroen

£395

£283 - £487

£371 - £641

Dacia

£334

£214 - £512

£302 - £670

Daewoo

£293

£201 - £361

£271 - £472

Daihatsu

£356

£227 - £455

£311 - £585

Daimler

£347

£290 - £381

£387 - £504

Dodge

£497

£369 - £617

£482 - £784

DS

£339

£295 - £383

£367 - £498

Fiat

£337