{"id":1358,"date":"2021-07-15T13:25:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-15T20:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/?p=1358"},"modified":"2023-12-15T22:00:08","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T06:00:08","slug":"toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/","title":{"rendered":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:66.71875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>The Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling passenger vehicles in the United States. It is known for being affordable, reliable, and safe. Like all vehicles, some issues and problems can arise over the lifetime of the car. The Toyota Camry has had some standard alternator problems in its history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A common sign of an alternator problem in a Toyota Camry is the battery warning light on the dashboard. This can indicate the alternator isn&rsquo;t charging the battery properly. To fix this, first check the alternator belt for wear or looseness. If the belt is in good condition, test the alternator with a voltmeter &ndash; it should produce around 13.5 to 14.5 volts when the engine is running. If it&rsquo;s lower, the alternator may need to be replaced.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Camry&rsquo;s headlights or interior lights are dimming, it might be due to a failing alternator. Dimming lights occur when the alternator can&rsquo;t provide enough power. Start by checking the alternator&rsquo;s electrical connections for any looseness or corrosion. If connections are secure and clean, but the problem persists, it&rsquo;s likely time to replace the alternator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20640%20427'%3E%3Crect%20width='640'%20height='427'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Close up of car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1376 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternator is essentially a generator that charges a vehicle&rsquo;s battery and keeps the electric parts of the car running. Fortunately, an alternator is not a complex or extreme problem to have to fix. Keep reading to find out what signs to look out for in case you run across any kind of alternator problems in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Alternator Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2.jpg\" alt=\"Car mechanic using laptop to diagnose car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Car mechanic using laptop to diagnose car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1377 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes you hear about specific makes and models of cars that have certain problems. While Toyota is not well known for having one issue that comes along with their vehicles, these are some alternator problems that can occur in your Camry:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Toyota Camry alternator output voltage<\/li><li>Toyota Camry alternator belt replacement<\/li><li>Toyota Camry fuse and fuse box<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There may be more concerns with a Toyota Camry alternator, however, these specific issues are directly related to, or spark from these few problems. Be careful when checking into things yourself if you are not comfortable or knowledgeable about cars in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Alternator Output Voltage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3.jpg\" alt=\"Car mechanic looking under the hood at engine\" class=\"wp-image-1378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Car mechanic looking under the hood at engine\" class=\"wp-image-1378 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Checking your Toyota Camry&rsquo;s output voltage is a simple task. There are devices available to measure the voltage of your car&rsquo;s battery to see if a full charge is happening or if it is not getting all the juice it requires to operate properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few different steps you can take to see if the alternator output voltage is malfunctioning. First, measure what the voltage is while the car is turned off and cooled down. Then compare those numbers to when the car is running on idle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the numbers falter or fluctuate abnormally, chances are it is the output voltage that is not charging your car battery properly and will most likely need to be replaced sooner rather than later in order for your car to run smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Alternator Belt Replacement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4.jpg\" alt=\"Car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1379 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-4.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternator is made up of a few different parts and pieces that keep the whole thing running. Oftentimes, wear and tear will affect some of these parts and they will need to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternator has a part called a serpentine belt that allows the pulleys to function which is essential for your engine. If this belt wears down after a while, it can start making unpleasant sounds. Once this belt breaks or wears down too much, your entire alternator will stop moving and your Toyota Camry will quit working altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Fuse and Fuse Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5.jpg\" alt=\"Hands working on car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Hands working on car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1380 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-5.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is pretty common for a fuse to blow every once in a while in your home. It can also happen in your car but the good news is that this problem is a very simple fix and can probably be done at home with the right parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you happen to have a bad fuse in your alternator, that is a much better problem to have than the whole alternator going bad and needing to be replaced. If your gadgets and dash lights seem to be flickering or will not turn on, check to see if it is a simple fuse problem before assuming your alternator is bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When in doubt, always bring your Toyota Camry to a Toyota dealership or to your local mechanic to have professionals look into any problems and assess the damage. If you take care of your car and have routine inspections done, you can avoid alternator problems for most of your car&rsquo;s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Common Signs of Alternator Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6.jpg\" alt=\"Car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Car alternator\" class=\"wp-image-1381 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-6.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While hearing or seeing problems occurring in your car could mean many things, a faulty or bad alternator can most of the time be determined pretty quickly. Here are a few different signs to be aware of that could indicate an alternator problem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Toyota Camry alternator not charging<\/li><li>Toyota Camry bad alternator sound<\/li><li>Other Toyota Camry alternator symptoms and problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Any of these issues can mean an alternator is on the fritz but be sure to check for other problems in case it is something different that is causing your car to malfunction. If you are unsure of how to check what the problem is, take it to your local mechanic for a better idea as to what is going on.<\/p><p><i>The copyright owner of this article is Knowmyauto.com and was first published on Jul 15, 2021..<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Not Charging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7.jpg\" alt=\"Car mechanic with a clipboard looking over car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Car mechanic with a clipboard looking over car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1382 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-7.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car will not turn over to start, or you are getting a warning light on your dashboard that shows a small picture of your battery, it is not something to brush off or ignore. This means your car probably will not start to get you to where you need to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternator charges your car&rsquo;s battery as you drive so it should never run out of juice while you are on the go. Once that battery light comes on or your car will not start, it might mean your alternator is not doing its job and charging things properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to always keep an eye on your dashboard because sometimes if the alternator is slightly malfunctioning but not enough to kill off your battery, the battery warning light may flash on and off or flicker a bit. It might be hard to see or catch though if you do not keep an eye on behind your steering wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toyota Camry Bad Alternator Sound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8.jpg\" alt=\"Female on phone and looking at car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Female on phone and looking at car engine\" class=\"wp-image-1383 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-8.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Any car owner will tell you that smelling odd or unknown odors while driving your car can be scary. Usually, that means there is a problem and having car issues is never a walk in the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you happen to smell burning rubber or anything out of the ordinary, this could mean the belt or other parts of the alternator need to be checked and replaced, or updated. Like any electrical equipment, if your alternator is working harder than it is supposed to, it could start to smell funny from damage to different pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to get it checked out quickly because burning rubber or the friction from parts rubbing together unnaturally can cause more issues to arise and more problems would need to be addressed and fixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Toyota Camry Alternator Symptoms and Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9.jpg\" alt=\"Hand using wrench to fix car engine problem\" class=\"wp-image-1384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9.jpg 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Hand using wrench to fix car engine problem\" class=\"wp-image-1384 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9-300x200.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-9.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A whining noise can occur if an alternator&rsquo;s pulley system gets off-kilter and is not running smoothly. If a growling noise happens, this could mean the parts that keep the rotator spinning during movement, need to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The normal bells and whistles we have in our cars may seem like nothing special &ndash; until they decide to stop working or work improperly. Because the alternator is a type of charging device any of the following components not working can be an indicator of an alternator problem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Power windows not working<\/li><li>Speedometer not functioning<\/li><li>Seat warmers not warming<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The engine of your car is a complicated machine that has a lot of moving parts. It makes sense that if part of the brain of the machine is not working correctly, the lesser needed parts are the ones that stop working first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The power windows do not NEED to work in order to drive from point A to point B. The seat warmers do not NEED to keep our bottoms toasty warm while driving home from work in December in the Midwest. However, if these issues arise, checking the alternator should be your first step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Articles<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-key-problem-0051\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Toyota Camry Key Problem<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-trunk-latch-lock-problem-0051\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Toyota Camry Trunk Latch\/Lock Problem<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-navigation-system-problems-0051\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Toyota Camry Navigation System Problems<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-usb-port-0051\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Toyota Camry USB Port<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-tire-pressure-warning-light-0051\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Toyota Camry Tire Pressure Warning Light<\/a><\/p><p><i>KnowMyAuto is the sole owner of this article was published on Jul 15, 2021 and last updated on <time itemprop=\"dateModified\" datetime=\"2023-12-15\">Dec 15, 2023<\/time> .<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling passenger vehicles in the United States. It is known for being affordable, reliable, and safe. Like all &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1376,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling passenger vehicles in the United States. It is known for being affordable, reliable, and safe. Like all &hellip;\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Know My Auto\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"640\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"427\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"knowmyauto\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"knowmyauto\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6eea9d4b69f1f813791e6242552d1b35\"},\"headline\":\"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems\",\"datePublished\":\"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\"},\"wordCount\":1412,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Toyota Camry\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\",\"name\":\"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg\",\"width\":640,\"height\":427,\"caption\":\"Close up of car alternator\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/\",\"name\":\"Know My Auto\",\"description\":\"Auto Problem Solver\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Know My Auto\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/logo.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/logo.jpg\",\"width\":500,\"height\":300,\"caption\":\"Know My Auto\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6eea9d4b69f1f813791e6242552d1b35\",\"name\":\"knowmyauto\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/eaa09eb6b56be120316e01eec6ac8113?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/eaa09eb6b56be120316e01eec6ac8113?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"knowmyauto\"},\"description\":\"After owning several cars over the years, I've always been curious on how to fix minor car problems and some not so minor ones. I'll blog about my research about the problems and encounter and what mechanics tell me.\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\"],\"url\":\"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/author\/knowmyauto\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto","og_description":"The Toyota Camry is one of the best-selling passenger vehicles in the United States. It is known for being affordable, reliable, and safe. Like all &hellip;","og_url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/","og_site_name":"Know My Auto","article_published_time":"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00","article_modified_time":"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00","og_image":[{"width":640,"height":427,"url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"knowmyauto","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/"},"author":{"name":"knowmyauto","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6eea9d4b69f1f813791e6242552d1b35"},"headline":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems","datePublished":"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00","dateModified":"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/"},"wordCount":1412,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg","articleSection":["Toyota Camry"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/","url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/","name":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems - Know My Auto","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg","datePublished":"2021-07-15T20:25:00+00:00","dateModified":"2023-12-16T06:00:08+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/KMA-Toyota-Camry-Alternator-Problems-1.jpg","width":640,"height":427,"caption":"Close up of car alternator"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/toyota-camry-alternator-problems-0051\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Toyota Camry Alternator Problems"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/","name":"Know My Auto","description":"Auto Problem Solver","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#organization","name":"Know My Auto","url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/logo.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/logo.jpg","width":500,"height":300,"caption":"Know My Auto"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/6eea9d4b69f1f813791e6242552d1b35","name":"knowmyauto","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/eaa09eb6b56be120316e01eec6ac8113?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/eaa09eb6b56be120316e01eec6ac8113?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"knowmyauto"},"description":"After owning several cars over the years, I've always been curious on how to fix minor car problems and some not so minor ones. I'll blog about my research about the problems and encounter and what mechanics tell me.","sameAs":["https:\/\/knowmyauto.com"],"url":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/author\/knowmyauto\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1358"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5533,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1358\/revisions\/5533"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1376"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1358"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1358"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/knowmyauto.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1358"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}