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LeadFoot Auto Repair
Charging System & Battery Service
Call us at (510) 226-1249
or Click here "Contact Us" and provide us with the year,
make, model, and engine size of your vehicle so we can prepare an estimate for an alternator or battery replacement service.
Charging System inspection, diagnostics & maintenance:
Your car's charging system components are:
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Battery
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Ignition switch
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Alternator
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Voltage regulator
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Indicator
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Fusing
Inspect the battery to check if the terminal posts and clamps shows oxidation, if there are dirt & electrolytes between battery terminals.
Measure voltage across the battery terminals while engine is running.
Check for signs of a failing alternator such dimming of the headlights, of the dashboard lights.
Listen for unusual sounds like grining or whining noises.
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