Nissan Alternators

Your original Nissan alternator manages power among your battery and the wiring and many fuses and relay throughout your vehicle's electrical system. In short, your battery's job might be starting your Nissan, but its alternator keeps everything running. When you should replace an alternator depends on its quality, your driving environment, and your installed electronics. The best alternator for your Nissan is made by your OEM. Driving conditions and electronic devices, on the other hand, vary widely. Either way, alternators can fail with little warning.

Signs of a Failing Alternator

If you think you've got a bad alternator, look for the signs. One is flickering lighting. Another is an unreliable entertainment system. Your battery and alternator can also smell burned, your alternator warning light can turn on, and your engine can start squealing. The worst symptom is probably complete electrical failure. You could even cause it yourself by jump-starting your Nissan incorrectly or causing an overload during an incompatible accessory install. Sometimes, signs of alternator failure don't even show up before it happens. Dead batteries are good examples, as they can mean that your alternator has the kinds of problems that switch electronics entirely to battery power. If you're seeing any of these symptoms, do an inspection and run a charging system test. Change your alternator if necessary. Otherwise, do it every 7 years or roughly every 80,000 to 150,000 miles. Review your owner's manual for details. It should have a maintenance schedule you can consult. When it's time to buy a new alternator online, be sure to buy genuine. Nissan alternators are your best bet for compatibility with your model. Order from our auto parts counter today. We'll ship to your door in no time!