BMW 170 Amp Alternator - Denso 12317605478

Product Information

If your car is running out of power (literally) it's likely due to a worn or failing alternator. Your vehicles car battery is responsible for storing enough energy to start the car while the alternator powers all the vehicles systems with the engine running while maintaining a battery charge. If your car dies while driving and the battery has little to no charge it's most likely due to a failed or failing alternator. Before condemning an alternator you can perform a simple test with a DVOM (digital volt meter). Also make sure the belt which drives the alternator is properly tensioned as well.

• Battery drains while car is running
• Low voltage generated while car is running
• Dim or flickering headlights
• Dim or flickering interior lights
• Electrical systems such as the radio, power windows, sunroof do not function

About Denso

Denso has taken everything learned from being an OEM manufacturer and applied it to their aftermarket product line. Every component that Denso manufactures and distributes in their factories has been designed with precision and always manufactured to OEM specifications and subjected to rigorous safety and performance tests to stand up to all driving conditions.

All of Denso's factories are ISO and TS16969 certified worldwide which is just one of the many reasons Denso has zero defects for parts produced in the millions. Denso was a recipient of the prestigious Deming Award for quality and they've spent over five decades perfecting their technology and processes. The Original Equipment standard quality and reliability of DENSO aftermarket parts add up to a tremendous value for their customer and FCP is proud to be a supplier of Denso replacement automotive parts.

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