My radiator started leaking on 1 May and I had it fixed. Then my alternator died on 20 May and I had it replaced. Now today I get the battery light brake light combo again so I leave the car at the garage that did the other repairs since I won't have to pay anything.

My question to you guys; who sells a good alternator that will last longer than 24 days? This particular shop won't put on customer supplied parts so this is their last time touching any of my cars as I'll be taking my business somewhere else. I just need to know from your experiences where I should go for good quality Nissan parts.

 

i have an OEM04 alternator if it fits your 02

$60 and it has 46K on the alt

 

I would have your electrical checked out. If they used autozone box store remans I would expect this but if it is of decent quality then I would say at the very least you may have a ground issue causing your alternator to work extra hard. Also have the fusable link checked. Also make sure no fluids are falling into alternator...

 

corroded fusible link? corrosion?