Is your Chevrolet frequently stalling or having issues with starting? When this issue arises, while it is commonly caused by a dying or dead battery, a defective alternator can be affecting your starter. These problems can be concerning, but it becomes concerning when you do not know the exact issue.
Here at Gunn Chevrolet, our service center is here to help you determine whether you have a bad alternator or a bad battery. Helping you get back on the road as soon and safely as possible, we help you determine whether you have a bad battery or a bad alternator.
Here at Gunn Chevrolet, our service center is here to help you determine whether you have a bad alternator or a bad battery. Helping you get back on the road as soon and safely as possible, we help you determine whether you have a bad battery or a bad alternator.
Signs of a Bad Battery
If your engine starts and stays running but won’t start again later, it’s likely a battery problem. Other signs that indicate your Chevrolet has a defective battery rather than an alternator issue include:
Signs of a Bad Alternator
If your engine starts but dies or stalls immediately after a jump start, your alternator probably isn’t keeping your battery charged and needs to be replaced. Other signs you want to look for you to determine if your alternator is the cause of your problems include:
Schedule Service in Selma
To ensure your battery or alternator issues are resolved, schedule an appointment with our service team and one of our Chevrolet technicians will provide you with a thorough inspection and testing.
Should you need a new battery or alternator, we use genuine Chevrolet OEM parts to make sure your model stays in its original factory make. Also, be sure to browse our available service and parts specials to benefit your appointment.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our Chevrolet routine maintenance services, please feel free to contact us. Serving the New Braunfels and San Antonio areas, we are more than happy to assist you!
If your engine starts and stays running but won’t start again later, it’s likely a battery problem. Other signs that indicate your Chevrolet has a defective battery rather than an alternator issue include:
- Dim Dashboard Lights or Headlights
- Slow Engine Start or No Start
- Visible Battery Corrosion
- Warped or Old Battery
Signs of a Bad Alternator
If your engine starts but dies or stalls immediately after a jump start, your alternator probably isn’t keeping your battery charged and needs to be replaced. Other signs you want to look for you to determine if your alternator is the cause of your problems include:
- Cranking Troubles and Frequent Engine Stalls
- Dimming or Overly Bright Headlights
- Dimming Interior Lights
- Malfunctioning Electrical Accessories -- turning the AM radio to a low number on the dial without music, then revving the engine. If you hear a whine or the sound goes fuzzy when you hit the gas, your alternator is probably failing.
- Illuminated Dashboard Warning Light
- Squealing Sound
Schedule Service in Selma
To ensure your battery or alternator issues are resolved, schedule an appointment with our service team and one of our Chevrolet technicians will provide you with a thorough inspection and testing.
Should you need a new battery or alternator, we use genuine Chevrolet OEM parts to make sure your model stays in its original factory make. Also, be sure to browse our available service and parts specials to benefit your appointment.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our Chevrolet routine maintenance services, please feel free to contact us. Serving the New Braunfels and San Antonio areas, we are more than happy to assist you!