Q: Battery not charging
My battery does not recharge when I am driving and there is a squeal or squeaking noise when the engine is running. My uneducated analysis is that the problem is with my alternator, cables and/or battery. I don't think it is the battery because I replaced it not long ago and the "not charging" problem seems to be recurring. I would like to use your services but have a couple of questions.
Will you analyze the problem before you just replace the alternator if I schedule an appointment?
I am in Round Rock for the week but I live in Dallas. If I get the work done here (in Round Rock) will the work still be covered by your warranty by someone in Dallas?
Thanks for your help
My car has 180000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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