Alternator repair & replacement made easy

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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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Read our short guide with information on costs, symptoms and more.

What does an alternator do?

The alternator is an electrical generator driven by a belt off the engine to charge the battery of the car. It is vital that the alternator works effectively, seeing that the battery provides electricity to a range of components.

How does an alternator work and what are the components?

The alternator is a generator that is turned by a belt from the engine crankshaft. The rotating electromagnet inside the unit creates an alternating current (AC), that is converted to direct current (DC) by the rectifier. The regulator then controls the amount of the power generated in line with demand to recharge the battery.

The charging system warning light is used to “excite” or wake up the generator and start distributing the power being created. This is why the battery light comes on with the ignition, then goes out once the charging is in operation - if the battery light remains on, or comes on with the engine running then there is an issue with the alternator generating power and the battery will not be recharged.

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 is not being recharged

When should you consider an Alternator replacement?

Should you experience any problems like those listed above it is important to have the battery charging system inspected and, if necessary, have the alternator replaced.

How common is an alternator replacement?

As the demand for more and more electrical equipment and devices on modern vehicles increases, the demand on the alternator is increased. Therefore whilst the units themselves have improved dramatically in design and reliability, this is outweighed by the increased reliance on it. So, alternator replacement is a frequent repair on most vehicles at some point.

As the alternator is the sole device on a vehicle that charges your battery, any failure in performing that role will result in the battery power being diminished and as a result will inevitably end with a “flat” battery. As the power reduced, certain electrical circuits will shut down, some of which are critical to the vehicles safety such as the ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) and power steering if electrically operated.
Eventually the vehicle will no longer have power to keep the engines electrics running and the motor will stop - and you will not be able to re-start it either until the battery is charged.

With modern alternators, there is little to be gained in overhauling one. The individual parts are often hard to come by and the labour time required is so high that it much better to simply replace it.

How can I extend the lifetime of my alternator?

Because it is not possible to turn the alternator off and it will therefore always be turning when the engine is running, there is little you can do to prevent wear and tear. Obviously as an electrical device, they do not like water, so avoiding flooding is important!

What happens during an Alternator Replacement?

Mechanic will inspect the car's battery charging system.
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 charging system and will test drive the car.

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!

How much does a Alternator repair cost?

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57 manufacturers for Alternator Repair

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Austin Parts costs: £142.62 - £213.50 Labour time: 0-1 hours # of quotes: 14	£205	£167 - £227	£220 - £311	Get exact price
Bentley Parts costs: £355.65 - £610.29 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 10	£503	£405 - £605	£526 - £803	Get exact price
BMW Parts costs: £253.69 - £637.39 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 7504	£438	£303 - £597	£402 - £768	Get exact price
Cadillac Parts costs: £197.09 - £404.04 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 4	£339	£259 - £402	£361 - £534	Get exact price
Chevrolet Parts costs: £149.64 - £400.34 Labour time: 0-2 hours # of quotes: 732	£323	£199 - £405	£277 - £542	Get exact price
Chrysler Parts costs: £291.99 - £551.45 Labour time: 0-3 hours # of quotes: 567	£471	£341 - £599	£448 - £829	Get exact price
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Dacia Parts costs: £173.59 - £307.19 Labour time: 1-2 hours # of quotes: 64	£301	£231 - £343	£322 - £481	Get exact price
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Mechanics that undertake alternator work

Green Lane Autos, Morden
J M Motors, Lincoln
John Penfold Trading As In Car Safe & Sound, Sunbury On Thames

RF Services Mobile Mechanic, Hemyock
S & L Motor Vehicle Services, Darlington
Sawmoco Ltd, Sawston

Serpent Services Ltd, Newbury
Vims Auto Repair Ltd, Dartford

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£166.34

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Renault Clio

Horley

£248.91

Alternator replacement

Audi A4 Cabriolet

Pontypridd

£408.18

Alternator replacement

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Wrexham

£229.16

Alternator replacement

Ford Fiesta

Milton Keynes

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The mechanics are a nationwide network of independent garages and mobile mechanics. We rigorously vet the mechanics before they join the network to ensure they have:

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Furthermore, our users rate the mechanic after each job, meaning we quickly remove any unprofessional mechanics from the network.

Is there a warranty for your services?

Yes. All repairs & services come with a 12-month warranty on both labour and parts. If there’s any defects in the workmanship we’ll work with you to get it resolved at no extra cost.

Do I pay more for the mechanic to come to me?

In almost all cases, no. Collection & delivery is included in your quote. If your car isn’t drivable, and the work can’t be done by a mobile mechanic then some garages will charge a recovery fee. If this is the case, our customer service team will be in touch to let you know in advance, and you’re under no obligation to accept the increased price.

Is there a cancellation fee?

You can cancel your booking with no fee up to 24 hours before the booking. If you cancel within 24 hours of the scheduled visit, then you’ll be charged a £20 fee, which will increase to £40 if the mechanic has started travelling to your location.

Can I supply my own parts?

No. We don't offer a labour only service where you provide your own parts. This is because all mechanics operating in the network must offer a 12-month warranty on their repairs, and so must be able to guarantee the quality and suitability of all parts supplied.

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Much like a hotel, we need your card details to reserve your booking and guarantee payment for the mechanic. You won't be charged a penny until the mechanic has completed the work to your satisfaction and you've given the go-ahead to invoice.

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What happens on the day?

On the day the mechanic will call you to let you know exactly when they will arrive. Then they'll introduce themselves and either take your car to the garage or get on with the work you've booked.

Once the work has been finished, your mechanic will explain the work they've carried out. Once you're happy and give the go-ahead to invoice, then you'll be charged by the mechanic through the ClickMechanic app and your receipt will be emailed directly to you.

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For most jobs, we'll send them to both mobile mechanics and independent garages. For jobs that can't be done at the roadside, we'll connect you to a garage, and if your car isn't drivable then we'll connect you with a mobile mechanic.

Do I need to be present for a pre-purchase inspection?

No, though the mechanic will need to be able to access the car, so it’s best to liaise with the seller to ensure that they will be available.

What if the mechanic finds I need a different repair?

If your mechanic attends the booking and finds that the work requested is not the correct diagnosis, the mechanic will assess the vehicle to identify the correct issue. He will then charge the booking at the cost of a diagnostic inspection and you will receive an email receipt reflecting this. If the mechanic can help with repairing the vehicle, they will also send through an additional work quote for the correct repair.

Can the mechanic do the repair by the roadside?

Most repairs can be done by the mobile mechanics on our network. Some jobs will require a workshop, and if this is the case we’ll find you a garage who will collect & return your car - so there’s no need for a trip to the garage.

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How much does an Alternator repair cost?

Want to learn more about Alternator repairs?

What does an alternator do?

How does an alternator work and what are the components?

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

When should you consider an Alternator replacement?

How common is an alternator replacement?

How can I extend the lifetime of my alternator?

What happens during an Alternator Replacement?

How much does a Alternator repair cost?

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

Check out the ClickMechanic price for a Alternator repair. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying

Alfa Romeo

£350

£241 - £461

£328 - £662

Audi

£404

£261 - £512

£352 - £683

Austin

£205

£167 - £227

£220 - £311

Bentley

£503

£405 - £605

£526 - £803

BMW

£438

£303 - £597

£402 - £768

Cadillac

£339

£259 - £402

£361 - £534

Chevrolet

£323

£199 - £405

£277 - £542

Chrysler

£471

£341 - £599

£448 - £829

Citroen

£366

£245 - £478

£335 - £647

Dacia

£301

£231 - £343

£322 - £481

Daewoo

£289

£219 - £361

£301 - £472

Daihatsu

£276

£160 - £361

£231 - £473

Daimler

£357

£306 - £381

£406 - £504

Dodge

£424

£310 - £596

£407 - £758

DS

£332

£264 - £459

£356 - £590

Fiat