Volvo Alternator

Under the hood of your Volvo, an alternator is driven by a belt in order to generate electricity your vehicle needs. It uses this power to recharge the battery as well as operate the electrical systems inside your car. Although it's designed to last for many years, an alternator can quit working or produce less power than it should. If that happens to you, you'll need to change the alternator, but luckily, AutoZone has Volvo alternators to fit any year and model.

Usually, you'll get around seven years or so before the alternator show signs of wear or failure. Common signs alternator problems include slow engine cranking, a dead battery, flickering or dim headlights and interior lights, intermittent electrical operations, a battery light on the dash, and even a check engine light. If it quits while you're driving, your vehicle may eventually stall.