You need to specify which model Caterpillar motor you have. 455 is just a horsepower rating - several models were available with a 455 horsepower rating, to include the 3406B, 3406E, C12, C13, and C15.
If the alternator is bolted on too tight on its bracket,then it will cause the alternator to have a "bend" so that the clearance between the moving parts is reduced and the moving parts eventually jammed.
If the alternator belt is tight, the alternator may be at fault.
To test the alternator on a 1985 Dodge truck, first ensure the battery is fully charged. Start the engine and use a multimeter to measure the voltage at the battery terminals; it should read between 13.5 to 14.5 volts if the alternator is functioning properly. Additionally, you can check the alternator's output by disconnecting the positive battery cable while the engine is running; if the engine stalls, the alternator is likely faulty. Lastly, inspect the alternator belt for any signs of wear or looseness, as this can affect performance.
Remove the belt from your 2001 Chevy S 10 pickup truck alternator. Remove the wiring harness from the back of the alternator. Remove the alternator retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install your new alternator.
If it is running on the battery only then that means the alternator is not charging the battery.
It should be attached directly to the alternator.
Some parts on a 1991 Nissan truck are compatible with a 1994 Pathfinder. The alternator, battery, and other engine parts are compatible if they are the same engine size.
Just paid ~500 for labor + ~460 for new alternator... when i started my RRover(bigBody not sport)....it was making this mid-pitched woo sound(that followed the revving of the engine)...they said it was the alternator "bearing"...but the entire alternator needed replacing...love my truck, but she's high maintenance...LOL
The1999 Ford F1 50 pickup truck 5.4 liter engine alternator field fuse can be found in the fuse box. The alternator field fuse will be in the second column, second from the top.
how do you install alternator on 2000 Ford diesel truck
Yes, as long as they have the same engine
there is a bolt on the alternator bracket for adjusting the belt tension and you take that bolt out. then feel under the alternator and there is another boltthat mounts the alternator to the engine. if you turn this it will just spin you need to put a wrench on the nut on the other side of the bolt. i had to loosen the whole top bracket to get the alternator out of the tight space or you could also remove the bottom rad hose for some space to take it out. i am 18 and figured it out in about 20 mins its really not too hard.