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Review on PREMIER GEAR PG-13819 Alternator Replacement for Mercedes-Benz Ml320, G500, E320, Clk320, C280 - OEM Quality, Direct Fit by Sean Carter

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Unstable voltage and heavy load on the engine at idle and low speeds, engine shaking, flashing lights.

It looks well built and goes very well with the 1999 E320. I installed it with no problems, everything was fine for a week and then I noticed the engine shaking in the Idling on the brake lights as well as the flickering of the dashboard's internal gauges. Blinking lights and engine shake disappear at higher RPMs. I found it hard to believe that the new alternator could be the problem, I replaced the spark plugs and wires - no change. Then I noticed that the belt tensioner made large movements when the engine shook. I replaced the tensioner and belt myself - no change, the new tensioner still has excess play. Finally going back to the original Bosch alternator but with a new voltage regulator and brushes - no more wobbling, no more flickering of the bulb.

Pros
  • Very good value for money
Cons
  • Unbelievable price