What to Expect With a Alternator and Starter Service
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
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FAQs
How do I know if I need an alternator replacement?
You might notice symptoms like dimming headlights, dashboard warning lights, or difficulty starting your vehicle. Diagnostic testing can confirm if the alternator is the cause.
What causes alternators & starters to fail in Colorado Springs?
Extreme temperature shifts, high-altitude driving, and extra use of vehicle electronics are common factors that can stress these components in our region.
How long does alternator or starter replacement take?
Most repairs can be completed the same day, often within just a few hours, depending on parts availability and your specific vehicle model.
Does your service affect my manufacturer warranty?
We use manufacturer-quality equipment and procedures, so our alternator & starter services are designed to maintain your vehicle’s warranty integrity.
Do you offer a warranty on alternator or starter services?
Yes. We back all our services with an industry-leading warranty, giving you extra peace of mind after your repair is complete.
If you’re experiencing starting or charging problems or simply want to avoid vehicle trouble down the road, reach out to Christian Brothers Automotive Woodmen & Powers today. Click here to book your service now or call (719) 745-7972 for professional alternator & Starter services and get back to your life without the worry of unexpected breakdowns in the Colorado Springs area!
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FAQs
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Q. "Why is the alternator important?"The alternator helps the battery maintain power. As the car is driving, it’s gaining power from the engine. During this time, the alternator is charging the battery. When the car stops running, the charge from the alternator allows the battery to continue providing power to the car.
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Q. "What does the alternator do?"As an alternate source of power, the alternator helps many features in the car run. It helps your air conditioning maintain proper airflow, powers the radio, and turns on the headlights, among other things. It can also add power to the engine.
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Q. "Where is the alternator located?"You’ll typically find the alternator near the front of the engine, bolted in with two brackets. One is adjustable (to allow for drive belt-tightening) while the other is fixed.
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Q. "What are some signs that my starter is going bad?"Some common symptoms that your starter is going bad or is dead include: clicking or other odd noises, lights working in your car but the engine won't turn, taking more than one attempt to start, or smoke coming from the hood.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "What is a Digital Vehicle Inspection?"With a complimentary Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) on every visit, you’ll see firsthand photos of your vehicle from under the hood. We’ll let you know if everything is functioning properly or if there are any areas of concern. You can even approve or deny our service recommendations, all straight from your smartphone, or you can, of course, give us a call and we’ll explain our findings in further detail.
Have more Questions?
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