2007-12-12 03:11:07 · 3 answers · asked by Larry T 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Audi
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2007-12-12 03:23:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you do the work yourself, you can save a bundle. You will need to remove the drive belts to access the alternator. Then simply take the alternator to a re-builder and have it rebuilt. Ordinarily, where I live, it costs around $100-125. Usually the only thing that goes wrong is that the brushes have worn. This is even easier. Most Bosch (OEM) alternators have the voltage regulator built on the back and can be easily removed for servicing of brushes with a couple of screws. If your lucky, you won't even have to remove the drive belts. The bearings and diode plate don't usually go wrong, but if they have, they also are fairly easy to replace. Firstly, have your car's charging system tested out at a local auto parts store. They usually will do this for free in the parking lot with a special tester. Good Luck!!!!
2007-12-15 05:42:44 · answer #2 · answered by Robert M 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi,
I had to replace an alternator on an old 1996 A6 and cause it did not have air con it cost me £500 at the time.
There are loads of variations. So you will need your VIN number to get the right one and need to know if you have AC or not.
Cheers
2007-12-12 08:13:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋