Computer and alternator

Asked by Mirai_2659 Mar 01, 2017 at 02:23 PM about the 2012 Dodge Durango

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Is it common for the computer to fry along with the
alternator going bad?

2 Answers

Mirai_2659 answered 7 years ago

No a mechanic i know spoke with a dodge dealership mechanic and supposedly he said that when the alternator goes it sometimes fries the computer.i wondered if its really possible or did it happen due to his negligence.

Mark helpful

Hvac87 answered 6 years ago

Just had the same issue. 2012 durango 5.7l. Alternator has short to ground. Almost burned the car down with my family in it. Still troubleshooting to see if computer is fried. Best case its the alternator and battery. Worst case its the alternator, battery, Computer and tipm. 822,,000 miles

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • Computer and alternator 2 Answers

    Is it common for the computer to fry along with the alternator going bad?

    2012 Dodge Durango

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Alternator 2 Answers

    Where is alternator fuse located for dodge Durango

    2004 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Hard Start after replacing Alternator and Battery 1 Answer

    I've got a 5.7L Hemi that has been having the battery light come on while driving and would have a hard time starting. A few days ago, it died while driving and would not start without charging ...

    2011 Dodge Durango Crew RWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • ALTERNATOR FUSE 8 Answers

    WHERE CAN I PURCHASE AN ALTERNATOR FUSE? I HAVE CALLED EVERY AUTOZONE, AND PARTS PLACE IN SHREVEPORT. DO.I HAVE TO GO TO A DWALER

    1998 Dodge Durango SLT 4WD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Alternator wattage 3 Answers

    I have a 2008 Dodge Durango with a 3.7 V6 motor I need to switch out the alternator oh, and the tag on it telling me the wattage is Rusted away. Does it matter if I use the 136 or the 160 watt alte...

    2008 Dodge Durango

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Durango

Looking for a Used Durango in your area?

CarGurus has 1,870 nationwide Durango listings starting at $6,987.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search Dodge Durango Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Sigurður Guðmundsson
    Reputation
    6,760
  • #2
    Breanskis
    Reputation
    3,670
  • #3
    tenspeed
    Reputation
    1,940
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Dodge Charger
26 Great Deals out of 879 listings starting at $5,495
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
124 Great Deals out of 3,505 listings starting at $4,950
Used Dodge Challenger
34 Great Deals out of 746 listings starting at $12,979
Used Chevrolet Tahoe
12 Great Deals out of 847 listings starting at $9,980
Used Ford Explorer
65 Great Deals out of 2,071 listings starting at $3,333
Used RAM 1500
456 Great Deals out of 20,260 listings starting at $3,500
Used Chrysler 300
27 Great Deals out of 533 listings starting at $6,898
Used GMC Yukon
15 Great Deals out of 966 listings starting at $5,890
Used Ford F-150
318 Great Deals out of 13,660 listings starting at $3,800
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
212 Great Deals out of 8,092 listings starting at $6,995
Used Toyota 4Runner
26 Great Deals out of 540 listings starting at $7,700
Used Chevrolet Camaro
15 Great Deals out of 468 listings starting at $11,749
Used Jeep Wrangler
127 Great Deals out of 5,924 listings starting at $6,500
Used Cadillac Escalade
13 Great Deals out of 510 listings starting at $5,931

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.