Service – Alternators and Starters

At Kwik Kar in Fort Worth, we offer a comprehensive Electrical System Check to assess the health of your car’s alternator, starter, and battery. During this service, our certified technicians test your battery, starter, and alternator under various conditions—at idle, high RPMs, and under heavy voltage loads—to ensure optimal performance.

Common Causes of Starting Issues

If your vehicle is having trouble starting, the issue could stem from one or more of the following components:

• Battery
• Alternator or alternator drive belt
• Computer system
• Wiring harness
• Sensors
• Connectors

Signs of a Failing Alternator

If your car displays any of these symptoms, it may be time for an alternator repair or replacement:

• Frequent stalling
• Dim or flickering headlights
• Grinding or whining noises
• Dead battery
• Starter issues
• Growling or whining sounds
• The smell of burning rubber or wires
• “GEN” or battery warning light on the dashboard

At Kwik Kar Fort Worth, we only use high-quality, vehicle-specific alternators to ensure a perfect fit and reliable function, providing repairs that last. Unlike dealerships, we’re authorized to work on a wide range of vehicle models, including smart cars, so you’ll never have to switch service centers if you change vehicles.

Starter Repair & Alternator Diagnostics

To pinpoint the cause of any electrical issues, our technicians connect a diagnostic tool to the starter, alternator, and battery. This tool reads each component’s performance and compares it to the manufacturer’s standards, allowing us to identify any faulty parts. Once we’ve determined the issue, we’ll proceed with the necessary repairs for your starter or alternator.

Prompt Starter Repair & Alternator Replacement

If you suspect an issue with your starter or alternator, don’t wait for it to get worse. Contact us at Kwik Kar Fort Worth at the first sign of trouble, so our certified technicians can inspect and diagnose your vehicle to keep it running smoothly.