Is it time to replace your alternator or battery?
Is it time to replace your alternator or battery? If so, it’s time to replace it. Some may recommend running the engine with the negative battery cable disconnected to test the alternator. However, this is not a good idea because it could damage the electrical system of your vehicle and cause greater problems. Fixing your battery or alternator can be an expensive repair. Can a bad alternator keep a car going indefinitely? An alternator can help replenish the battery in your car, but it can’t keep it going indefinitely. This means it’s important to distinguish between a weak battery and...