Starters & Alternators

Starter Motor & Alternator Repairs

Your starter motor gets the engine turning and your alternator keeps the battery charged while you drive. When either starts to fail, you're at risk of being stranded with a car that won't start.

Starter Motor & Alternator Repairs

Randwick Auto Electrics tests, repairs and replaces starter motors and alternators for every make — and importantly, we confirm the fault before replacing anything.

Signs of a starting or charging fault

  • A single click — or nothing — when you turn the key
  • Slow, laboured cranking before the engine starts
  • Battery or charge warning light on the dash
  • Dimming headlights and flickering interior lights
  • A battery that keeps going flat overnight
  • A whining or grinding noise when starting

Test first, replace second

Starter and alternator symptoms often overlap with battery and wiring faults. We load-test the battery, measure charging voltage and current draw, and check the cabling before condemning a component — so you get the right repair, not a guess.

Serving Randwick, Bondi, Coogee, Maroubra and the wider Eastern Suburbs, our team is ready to help. Get in touch or call 02 9398 7888 to book your car in.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if it's the battery or the alternator?

If the car jump-starts but dies soon after, it's often the alternator not charging. If it cranks slowly or clicks, the battery or starter is more likely. We test all three to be certain.

Can a starter motor be repaired rather than replaced?

In many cases yes — worn brushes, a sticking solenoid or a faulty contact can be repaired. We'll advise whether repair or replacement is more cost-effective for your vehicle.

My alternator light flickers — should I worry?

A flickering charge light suggests an intermittent charging fault, often a worn alternator or a loose connection. Have it checked before it leaves you with a flat battery.

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