possible alternator (voltage regulator) issue - Toyota Yaris Forums

YANGSTER · 03-09-2009, 10:10 PM

Had the same problem after I came back from my 2 week trip (mid Jan). Went to the dealer in Sarnia (I happened to be there that day), wanted $700 for the "broken" alternator...called TCI, complained and redirected my repair to Heffner (I'm sure you know where that is), took the car back...only the voltage regulator is gone...replaced and paid $300 for it. I guess first you need to find out exactly which part is gone and then go after your preferred dealership and TCI...good luck. msg me if you need more help.

03-09-2009, 10:10 PM	#4
YANGSTER Drives: SILVER YARIS 2007 5DR Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Kitchener, ON, CANADA Posts: 126	Had the same problem after I came back from my 2 week trip (mid Jan). Went to the dealer in Sarnia (I happened to be there that day), wanted $700 for the "broken" alternator...called TCI, complained and redirected my repair to Heffner (I'm sure you know where that is), took the car back...only the voltage regulator is gone...replaced and paid $300 for it. I guess first you need to find out exactly which part is gone and then go after your preferred dealership and TCI...good luck. msg me if you need more help.