How long does a Nissan Murano alternator last?

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Why do Nissan Murano alternators need to be replaced?

The alternator on your Nissan Murano is what provides power to your vehicle when the engine is running.

Without it, you wouldn’t have air-conditioning, power windows or a stereo to blast out your favourite songs (although it’s probably best to have your windows up if your singing voice is anything like mine!), but more importantly, the alternator charges up the battery.

If your battery runs out of power, your Nissan Murano won’t start, possibly leaving you stranded in the middle of nowhere.

Don’t ignore the warning signs – if your alternator is not charging correctly, the battery light will light up on the dashboard indicating an issue.

Depending on the location of the alternator, and if other components need to be removed to allow access to the alternator, it can cost between $400 - $1000+ to have it replaced.

When Nissan Murano alternators are subjected to high temperatures and get dirty any of the many moving parts of the alternator can eventually fail. The most likely culprit is the bearings.

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Discussion Starter · #1 · Sep 18, 2019

I just successfully rebuilt an alternator on another car. It had 100K on the odometer, and it was known that alternators fail shortly after 100K on those models. I'd like to not worry about the alternator during interstate driving.

How about the 2010 Murano? How long do the alternators last? Mine has 110K on it. I can get a rebuild kit for $50. It includes the bearings, brushes, voltage regulator, but not the slip rings.

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not sure on 2nd gen muranos but my 4th gen maxima's alternator lasted until ~190k.

where'd you find the rebuild kit? kindly post a link or etc so that I can keep it in mind as, when the time comes, i'd prefer to rebuild mine rather than buy cheap aftermarket or questionable rebuilt by others. thanks.

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Discussion Starter · #3 · Sep 18, 2019

Here are some links:

How long does a Nissan Murano alternator last?

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When I rebuilt the alternator on my Mercury Sable it wasn't intuitive on how to take things apart and put them back together. The web site I bought the kit from ( https://alternatorstarterrebuildkits.com/ ) had a youtube video to walk me through all the steps and techniques to do it properly. I'd've been completely clueless on how to do it without the video.

How long does a Nissan Murano alternator last?

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I don't think you can predict the service life of alternators with any accuracy. My wife's last BMW was at 170K miles on the original when we sold it.

There are many other things I'd worry more about on a road trip.

2010 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$866.43 Shop/Dealer Price$1024.92 - $1430.65 2006 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$751.90 Shop/Dealer Price$906.92 - $1317.90 2009 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$870.92 Shop/Dealer Price$1036.48 - $1447.50 2007 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$751.90 Shop/Dealer Price$906.86 - $1317.80 2017 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$797.48 Shop/Dealer Price$969.42 - $1440.10 2004 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$799.39 Shop/Dealer Price$959.42 - $1374.15 2012 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$709.94 Shop/Dealer Price$857.19 - $1254.49 2015 Nissan MuranoV6-3.5L Service typeAlternator Repair Estimate$853.84 Shop/Dealer Price$1037.81 - $1543.59

How much does it cost to fix an alternator on a Nissan Murano?

Nissan Murano Alternator Replacement Cost Estimate. The average cost for a Nissan Murano alternator replacement is between $791 and $1,168. Labor costs are estimated between $315 and $397 while parts are priced between $477 and $771.

How long does an alternator last Nissan?

How Long Will an Alternator Last? Like every part of your Nissan vehicle, your alternator was built to last for many miles. Typically, an alternator will last between 80,000 and 150,000 miles.

How often does an alternator need to be replaced?

The average longevity of an alternator is seven years or about 150,000 miles. Several factors can impact the lifespan of your alternator, including the quality of the part, the overall condition of the vehicle, and how many electronics are being used.

How do I know when it's time to replace my alternator?

A bad alternator won't sufficiently charge the battery while the engine is running, causing the charge to deplete faster than usual. One way to test whether the issue is battery- or alternator-related is to jumpstart the car. If you jumpstart your car and it stays running, your battery may need replacing soon.