Alternator: Device that generates the electric current that charges the battery.
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It can be found next to the engine and it is activated by the poly-V belt. While the engine is running, the alternator will charge the battery. Inside of it there is a voltage regulator that limits the electric tension that will be delivered.
I usually drive without any problems in the morning, but suddenly I start it and, when trying to speed it up, it feels as if the car kicked. I then drive for a few meters and Check engine is indicated. When scanning it, these two codes appear: p0562 and p0218. Both the battery and alternator have been checked but they are ok. I have been told it might be the computer that is failing. Has somebody had this problem?