Starting & Charging
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- Standard®Intermotor™ Starter SolenoidIntermotor™ Starter Solenoid by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$7.77 - $718.27
- Mopar®Alternator BracketAlternator Bracket by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to meet...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$1.91 - $1,086.19Save: up to 11%$1.71 - $977.57
- Mopar®Battery Hold Down BracketBattery Hold Down Bracket by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$2.06 - $532.48Save: up to 11%$1.86 - $479.24
- Dorman®Battery Hold Down BracketBattery Hold Down Bracket by Dorman®. This premium product was specifically designed to ensure tight and secure attachment of your starting/charging parts. Made of durable materials using reliable equipment, it is highly...Developed to guarantee the most reliable and firm mountingPrecisely manufactured according to strict factory specifications$8.71 - $13.60
- Dorman®Battery Hold Down ClampBattery Hold Down Clamp by Dorman®. Battery hold down corroded or missing? This hold down replaces your original equipment to keep your battery properly secured and maintain its longevity.Secure replacement - this battery hold down replaces a worn, stripped or missing original equipment hold downMaintains battery - reducing battery movement helps ensure maximum battery life$3.59 - $12.73
- Blox Racing®Billet Battery Tie DownBillet Battery Tie Down by Blox Racing®. Blox Racing's billet battery tiedown not only looks great, but your battery will be securely positioned during spirited driving or racing. Each battery tiedown is CNC-machined out of billet...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$24.00 - $28.00
- DIY Solutions®Battery TrayBattery Tray by DIY Solutions®. If you're seeking to get your steel stallion back to its tip-top condition, then this top-notch replacement solution is what you should definitely look out for. When it comes to quality, reliability and...Designed to help restore your vehicle to its former gloryQuick replacement to let you enjoy an awesome ride again$29.53 - $78.49
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Battery Cable Terminal End BoltGM Original Equipment™ Battery Cable Terminal End Bolt by ACDelco®. If you have issues with starting your vehicle and your battery is in good working order, then the problem might be in battery cable components that are often...Aimed to ensure your vehicle will start first time back againMade to stringent OE standards for quality and safety$0.32 - $63.89Save: up to 16%$0.27 - $54.30
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Alternator CableGenuine GM Parts™ Alternator Cable by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$29.59 - $123.50Save: up to 16%$24.76 - $104.98
- ACDelco®Professional™ Battery Ground StrapProfessional™ Battery Ground Strap by ACDelco®. This superior product was elaborately designed and meticulously manufactured to stringent industry standards to have the most precise OE specifications. It fits and functions like the...Designed in compliance with rigorous factory standardsHigh level of quality, ultimate reliability, and solid value$11.22 - $88.49Save: 15%$9.54 - $75.21
- Standard®Federal Parts™ Battery CableFederal Parts™ Battery Cable by Standard®. SMP's vision is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$6.62 - $38.48
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Voltage RegulatorGenuine GM Parts™ Voltage Regulator by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$26.92 - $77.65Save: up to 16%$22.88 - $66.00
- ACDelco®Professional™ Alternator BrushProfessional™ Alternator Brush by ACDelco®. This superior product was elaborately designed and meticulously manufactured to stringent industry standards to have the most precise OE specifications. It fits and functions like the...Designed in compliance with rigorous factory standardsHigh level of quality, ultimate reliability, and solid value$4.24 - $27.87Save: up to 16%$3.61 - $23.68
- Standard®Intermotor™ Voltage RegulatorIntermotor™ Voltage Regulator by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$28.48 - $861.90
- Standard®Tru-Tech™ Voltage RegulatorTru-Tech™ Voltage Regulator by Standard®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Standard features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$10.76 - $41.01
- Standard®Voltage RegulatorVoltage Regulator by Standard®. SMP's vision is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all channels of...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$16.59 - $296.80
- Genuine®Voltage RegulatorVoltage Regulator by Genuine®. If your starting and charging system parts are in need of repair, don't compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain store. At...Designed to restore your vehicle’s starting and charging systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$46.25 - $410.22
- WVE®Voltage RegulatorVoltage Regulator by WVE®. Replace your worn-out or faulty component with this quality replacement from WVE. This product is designed and tested to ensure the ultimate in durability and functionality. Made to meet or exceed the OEM...Excellent replacement for your worn-out factory partDesigned to keep your vehicle running reliably mile after mile$14.69 - $2,068.06
- Vemo®Voltage RegulatorVoltage Regulator by Vemo®. A voltage regulator is one of the vehicle components responsible for ensuring that your battery is recharged safely and electrical components get the specific power level they need. If you have issues with...Expertly built according to stringent OEM specificationsMade to enable as safe battery recharging as possible$15.80 - $460.34
- ACDelco®GM Original Equipment™ Alternator PulleyGM Original Equipment™ Alternator Pulley by ACDelco®. This superior product was elaborately designed and meticulously manufactured to stringent industry standards to have the most precise OE specifications. It fits and functions like...Designed in compliance with rigorous factory standardsHigh level of quality, ultimate reliability, and solid value$9.32 - $59.46Save: 15%$7.93 - $50.54
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts Alternator PulleyGenuine GM Parts Alternator Pulley by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$70.88 - $167.54Save: up to 16%$60.25 - $142.40
- ACDelco®Professional™ Alternator Decoupler PulleyProfessional™ Alternator Decoupler Pulley by ACDelco®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by ACDelco features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$50.25 - $278.62Save: up to 16%$42.71 - $236.83
- ACDelco®Professional™ Alternator Rectifier BridgeProfessional™ Alternator Rectifier Bridge by ACDelco®. This superior product was elaborately designed and meticulously manufactured to stringent industry standards to have the most precise OE specifications. It fits and functions like...Designed in compliance with rigorous factory standardsHigh level of quality, ultimate reliability, and solid value$29.84 - $134.41Save: 15%$25.36 - $114.24
- Mopar®Alternator PulleyAlternator Pulley by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to meet the...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$4.18 - $511.99Save: up to 11%$3.76 - $460.80
- Bosch®Alternator PulleyAlternator Pulley by Bosch®. Do you hear nothing but "click, click" when you turn the key? Is the BATTERY dash light on? Your vehicle is in need of engine electrical system repair, but before you waste your time and gas running out to...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$14.28 - $31.72
- Standard®Alternator Rectifier SetAlternator Rectifier Set by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity to all channels...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$30.41 - $357.29
- Standard®Intermotor™ Alternator Rectifier SetIntermotor™ Alternator Rectifier Set by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$31.96 - $253.91
- Standard®TechSmart™ Alternator Decoupler PulleyTechSmart™ Alternator Decoupler Pulley by Standard®. Standard is to be the leading independent supplier to the automotive aftermarket, providing the highest quality products, competitive prices and the highest reputation for integrity...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$45.94 - $224.25
- Genuine®Alternator Decoupler PulleyAlternator Decoupler Pulley by Genuine®. If your starting and charging system parts are in need of repair, don’t compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, off-brand replacement parts from the local auto parts...Designed to restore your vehicle’s starting and charging systemGenuine OE replacement parts from the OE manufacturer$81.14
- WVE®Alternator Rectifier BridgeAlternator Rectifier Bridge by WVE®. Replace your worn-out or faulty component with this quality replacement from WVE. This product is designed and tested to ensure the ultimate in durability and functionality. Made to meet or exceed...Excellent replacement for your worn-out factory partDesigned to keep your vehicle running reliably mile after mile$35.04 - $527.44
The starting & charging system consists of the battery, starter, alternator, cables, wiring, and related components like relays, solenoids, and voltage regulators. The battery provides power to the starter and ignition system when you turn the key. The starter turns the crankshaft so the engine builds enough compression to start, and the alternator recharges the battery and powers the vehicle’s electrical accessories when the engine is running.
Batteries are electrochemical devices in which a chemical reaction between two dissimilar materials creates a voltage. A number of positive and negative plates are immersed in an electrolyte solution of water and sulfuric acid. In conventional flooded lead acid batteries, which includes maintenance-free batteries, the electrolyte is in liquid form. In the gel cell battery, silica is added to the electrolyte to form a gel-type material, while in AGM batteries, the electrolyte is held in matting that is akin to a sponge. If the case cracks on a gel cell or AGM battery, no electrolyte will leak out.
Whereas most vehicle batteries look almost identical and have similar dimensions, they may provide completely different specifications. So, choosing a replacement car battery you should consider some key factors to pick out the right one. First of all, you need to know whether you have a 12V or 24V battery. Another key factors are the reserve capacity of a car battery, which says how long it can continuously supply minimum voltage needed to run your vehicle, and cold cranking amperes, which determines the battery's ability to start your vehicle even in extremely cold weather.
The starter motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. The starter circuit includes the battery, starter, and cables, which are activated by a starter control circuit consisting of the ignition switch, starter relay, solenoid, and wiring. When you turn the ignition switch, the relay energizes the starter solenoid, which sends power to the starter motor. The starter drive meshes with the flywheel/flexplate teeth before the starter motor begins to turn. Most starter drives are the overrunning clutch type, which only applies force in one direction, so the engine cannot apply torque to the starter.
A belt from the crankshaft drives the alternator, and it uses this mechanical energy to create electricity. The electricity is produced when the belt spins the rotor, creating a magnetic field that induces a voltage in the stator windings. Alternators produce AC current, which is rectified by diodes and transformed into the DC current that recharges the battery and powers the electrical system. The voltage output of the alternator must be controlled. This is done by varying the field current. On older vehicles this was done by a separate voltage regulator, but on most new vehicles regulator function is part of the ECM.
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