Repairs vs. replacement
If the starter does not spin after turning the ignition switch but clicking is heard, the starter most likely needs to be repaired. If the starter carbon brushes are worn out, they can be replaced and you can drive on. If the electric motor starter is damaged, it will have to be replaced with a new or used one.
The car alternator problem will usually appear on the dashboard as a car battery light. If the alternator fails to produce power, the car may still run on battery power for some time. When the battery is drained, there is nothing else you can do but to have the car towed to a car repair shop. In individual cases, the alternator can be repaired and the repair costs are reasonable. The problem must be examined on a case-by-case basis.
Electrical equipment repair costs
| Starter replacement | EUR 40 |
| Starter repair | from EUR 100 |
| Generator replacement | from EUR 30 |
| Generator repair | EUR 100 |
* the costs shown here are charged for work, any parts are not included
* a piecework and flat rate arrangement is possible
* service costs may vary depending on work complexity
Ilgvar's Garage
T. 23 888 800 - Ilgvars
Car service business hours:
working days, from 9:00 to 17:00
at Jaudas iela 4 in Ogre City, Latvia
GPS:
N 56°47.647' E 024°37.409'
