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How much does a Alternator Repair cost?

On average, the cost for a Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Alternator Repair is $901 with $621 for parts and $280 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2018 Volkswagen Golf AlltrackL4-1.8L TurboService typeAlternator RepairEstimate$1551.04Shop/Dealer Price$1868.50 - $2804.68
2017 Volkswagen Golf AlltrackL4-1.8L TurboService typeAlternator RepairEstimate$1533.02Shop/Dealer Price$1846.95 - $2780.48
2019 Volkswagen Golf AlltrackL4-1.8L TurboService typeAlternator RepairEstimate$1533.02Shop/Dealer Price$1847.00 - $2780.57
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How does an alternator help your car run?

The alternator is the component that charges the battery in your car. When you use electrical components in your car (stereo, lights, etc.), the battery loses power. The alternator recharges the battery, replenishing the lost battery power. The alternator is located in the engine compartment. If the alternator is not working properly, your car will only stay running for as long as the battery has power stored. Once the battery loses power, your car will not start. Normally, a malfunctioning alternator will turn on the battery warning light or will have a low volt gauge reading.

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Before repairing the alternator:

The mechanic should check the entire charging system before installing a new alternator, including checking battery cables for corrosion and the condition of the battery.

Steps when replacing an alternator:

  • Inspect entire charging system (battery, cables, alternator).
  • Inspect the drive belts.
  • Test alternator output.
  • Remove and replace alternator if found to be faulty.
  • Re-test alternator output.

Our recommendation for alternator replacements:

Ask your mechanic to inspect the condition of the charging system during every major service. The mechanic should also clean and tighten the battery cables during every major service.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Alternator?

  • Dead battery or battery will not hold a charge.
  • Dim lights.
  • Battery warning light is on.

Why repairing your alternator is important:

Your alternator charges your battery, which powers the electronics in your vehicle, such as the radio and the air conditioning. The battery is also needed to turn on your vehicle. A malfunctioning alternator will not charge your car’s battery, and your vehicle will eventually run out of battery life and not be able to start.

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Volkswagen Golf Alltrack L4-1.8L Turbo - Oil Change - Atlanta, Georgia
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Volkswagen Golf Alltrack L4-1.8L Turbo - Oil Change - Ladera Ranch, California
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Volkswagen Passat L5-2.5L - Alternator - Decatur, Georgia
Very helpful with what needed to be done today and what other services needed to be done In the future. Would get him again for future work on my car.

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Volkswagen Beetle L4-2.0L - Alternator - Phoenix, Arizona
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