Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue

The contact owns a 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. While driving at any speed, the alternator emitted a loud noise and no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician confirmed that the alternator was malfunctioning and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000.

2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. Consumer writes in regards to several vehicle mechanical issues and unsatisfactory customer services at dealership. The consumer stated she was told, that a mechanical check had been performed on the vehicle, after she inquired as to why the brakes were squeaking. After she took the vehicle to a third party mechanic, she was informed the brakes were metal on metal and the front and rear brakes needed to be replace. She was also informed the sway bar was broken, the right rear fog light needed a new socket, and the left rear hub assembly was replaced. On three separate occasions the battery died and a new battery was purchased. Also, there was a hole in the exhaust system, the consumer purchased a an ignition cylinder, and alternator.

Headlights are very dim and look yellowish. Also, dealer replaced alternator, and all switches on dash get very hot. Consumer is afraid a fire may start. Please provide any further information.

Headlights flicker on and off while driving. When the air conditioning is engaged, problem becomes worse. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer 4 times for repairs. Dealer has diagnosed problem as a short term voltage drop within the electrical system and has even replaced the alternator, but was unable to correct issue.

The headlights and interior lights would dim without any cause, intermittently. The manufacture has submitted a report about the "dim" failure. The dealership was not able to replicate failure, so no repair was performed. Please describe details. Ts.