How long does the generator run? This is a common question among drivers, especially those who, after sliding the key in the ignition, hear a click instead of a great engine roar.
Of course, this can mean many things. It could be a dead battery, a weak battery, or a dying engine. Likewise, a generator can be the cause of the problem, which is the power source for many components of your car. Typically, a good quality generator can run up to 100,000-150,000 miles. Or, according to Jeff Gunning, service manager at Addison Auto Repair & Body Shop in Denver: about seven years.
How long does the generator last
How to check if the generator is bad
It is better to check the generator from time to time. If the Check Engine indicator lights up and you get the P0562 code when you connect the code reader to the diagnostic port, most likely your generator is malfunctioning.
How long does the generator last
How to check if the generator is bad
It is better to check the generator from time to time. If the Check Engine indicator lights up and you get the P0562 code when you connect the code reader to the diagnostic port, most likely your generator is malfunctioning.
What if everything is checked under the hood? Well, it’s time to do the final litmus test: check the voltage of your generator. A healthy generator should be powered by 12 to 13.5 volts. Any reading below means your generator is already bad. On the other hand, if the number is outside this range, then we can assume that the generator recharges the battery.
What Happens When Your Alternator Goes Out
What happens then if your alternator’s gone kaput? Ultimately, it will result in a discharged battery and cause your car not to start.
You’re also likely to experience these symptoms we can collectively dub as DEAD:
- D-imming headlights
- E-lectrical issues
- A-bnormal noises
- D-ead battery and stalling engine
-Jack Wilson