Jeep Cherokee Alternators

The alternator in your Jeep Cherokee is a main part of the SUV's charging system. Its turns mechanical energy from moving parts electrical energy, or electricity. More specifically, it turns generated AC current into DC current -- a charge managed by a voltage regulator.

The process starts with your engine. Its serpentine and drive belts move a pulley that turns a rotor shaft. That shaft turns a set of magnetic coils, creating a field whose power a rectifier captures. Your SUV uses that power to charge its battery and run its dashboard lights and displays and other electrical systems -- the entertainment system, windows, steering, windshield wipers, and even options like heated seats.

Unfortunately, sometimes, alternators go bad, at which point, replacement is necessary. Luckily, there are signs you can look for to warn you it's almost time. The most obvious is an alternator or battery warning light on the dash. Others include:

• Car radio and lighting problems
• Alternator fluid leaks
• A burning smell in the engine compartment, near the alternator or battery
• A squealing engine
• A dead battery and/or other electrical systems failures

Alternator failure, however, has several causes. One is installing accessories that aren't compatible with your SUV. Another is jump-starting the wrong way. Yet another is worn or damaged parts. Even an overly tight alternator belt can be to blame.

If you think the alternator in your Jeep Cherokee may have problems, do an inspection and charging system test. Replace the alternator if the results require it. Otherwise, most owner's manuals recommend doing so every 80,000 to 150,000 miles or every 7 years, whichever comes first. If it's time to change it, you're in luck: you can buy a genuine Jeep Cherokee alternator online, right here at our auto parts store.

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