Alternators are essential components of any vehicle. Working hand in hand with the battery, they are complex machines that should be left to the experts, such as certified Subaru technicians. While alternators are necessary for the function and performance of your vehicle, over time, this important bit of machinery wears down and may eventually need to be replaced. Byers Airport Subaru in Columbus, Ohio is happy to offer genuine Subaru alternator replacements, as well as the actual replacement service itself. While the process to replace your alternator is fairly straightforward, and carried out by our highly-trained service department team, the part itself is not cheap. That's why we are proud to offer remanufactured Subaru alternators in addition to new, OEM components. These remanufactured parts maintain the highest level of quality and integrity you have come to expect from Subaru, without the high cost of a brand new part.
Our factory-trained technicians make remanufacturing parts, including alternators, possible for our valued customers, who are in turn able to enjoy a budget-friendly alternative to more expensive, OEM products. Our skilled and experienced techs begin the remanufacturing process by repairing the original part if needed. They then make sure that it is in full working mode, clean all components of the part, and then reassemble it. The part is then subjected to a variety of strenuous testing to ensure its safety and performance, and only upon passing these tests does it receive the remanufactured designation. Read on to discover more about the remanufacturing process for Subaru alternators, and feel free to contact Byers Airport Subaru in Columbus, OH with any questions you may have.
First, all aspects of the altenator's front housing part are completely cleaned, closely inspected, and finally retapped under close adherence to Subaru's standards of excellence. The drain hole is located, allowing any moisture to escape, so that proper re-installation can occur. Only genuine Subaru parts are used in the remanufacturing process.
Factory-trained technicians then inspect the armature closely to ensure that all components are working properly, then test it for continuity performance.
The pulley is closely inspected for any damage and then thoroughly replaced or refinished.
Bearings are different in that they must be totally replaced with new, genuine Subaru parts. This ensures the overall performance of the remanufactured alternator.
To inspect the stator, techs administer a 600 volt performance test to check its functionality. If a component is discovered to be performing subpar, it is swifty replaced with a component that meets Subaru's strict standards.
Terminals and insulators are always completely replaced with new, genuine Subaru parts, as a certain level of conductivity is required to avoid overall unit failure.
The commutator is a component within your Subaru that works to avoid brush bounce to maintain consistent voltage output. It is reconfigured to the average 8 micron runout with a max 20 micron, and must also meet genuine Subaru original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
The voltage regulator within your Subaru's alternator is also totally changed out with a new, OEM Subaru part, to ensure continued safety and reliability.
Technicians will conduct a 300 volt performance test on any rectifiers and diodes to ensure that these components meet OEM specifications. Any that do not are promptly replaced with brand new components.
Technicians will refinish rear housing as needed for the maintenance of insulation and corrosion protection.
Brushes, brush holders, and springs are always totally replaced with new, genuine Subaru parts, as these items can wear down quite fast due to brush bounce.
Hardwares throughout the vehicle are inspected and replaced as necessary with new or zinc/yellow in order to maintain corrosion protection, as well as a shiny, finished look.
