Have your lights begun to dim? Your alternator is part of your electrical system and may cause your lights to flicker or dim when you turn on your engine. If the alternator starts to die, then you will see warning lights as well.
You may think that it is a weak or dead battery, but this could be the result of a dying alternator as well. A waning alternator may not fail at once, but over time, you will start to notice the lights dimming and a slow-to-start engine.
Once alternators go, they can be difficult and costly to replace. People may think the battery is the sole power source to the car, but it's actually the alternator. This is why it is so integral to your entire car. If you want to get a diagnostic on your alternator, talk to the service department at Ford Lincoln of Columbia for more information.