Why does my Yukon alternator keep going bad?

Why does my Yukon alternator keep going bad?

All of these symptoms can technically be caused by other problems like a failing battery, loose belt or bad wiring. Taken together, however, they indicate a pretty clear likelihood of a failing alternator.

Why does my GMC Yukon alarm keep going off?

Wait 1 minute. Open the driver door with the key (not the remote function), then start the engine with the key. For most vehicles, this will shut off the alarm system. The “battery” light flickering on and off could be a loose serpentine/accessory belt, a failing alternator, or a failing voltage regulator.

What kind of alternator does a 2004 Chevy Silverado have?

I am trying to order an engine belt, tension pulley & idler pulley from RockAuto.com for my 2004 Silverado, extended cab Z71 offroad with 5300 engine. It has two listings for the parts, one for a 105 Amp alternator & different parts for a 145 Amp.

What to do if your alternator goes bad?

Find an old school auto electric shop close to you. Talk to the manager. They can usually rebuild your alternator with upgraded parts to a lot higher output cheaper than paying for a parts store rebuilt unit. The cookie cutter rebuilt units from the parts stores are low quality high volume units with a high failure rate.

How to tell if your Yukon alternator is going bad?

Start the Yukon and pay close attention to the sound of the engine as it turns over. If the engine struggles more than usual or takes a long time to start, it’s a sign that the alternator could be going bad.

I am trying to order an engine belt, tension pulley & idler pulley from RockAuto.com for my 2004 Silverado, extended cab Z71 offroad with 5300 engine. It has two listings for the parts, one for a 105 Amp alternator & different parts for a 145 Amp.

What does it mean when your alternator doesn’t turn over?

If the engine doesn’t turn over at all, that’s a sign that the battery is completely dead, which can be caused by a failed or nearly failed alternator. Watch the battery meter on the instrument panel as you leave the car running and take it on short trips.

Where is the battery meter on a Yukon?

Watch the battery meter on the instrument panel as you leave the car running and take it on short trips. The battery meter is located at different locations on the dashboard on various model years of the Yukon, but you can identify it by the battery-shaped symbol printed in the center.