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Why does your alternator get hot and car shuts off when you remove positive wire?
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∙ 13y ago
The alternator is going bad, may need to be replaced soon
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How do you remove the alternator on a Cadillac DeVille 97?
remove positive wire from battery.remove the radiator fan, remove the alternator bolts and wiring. remove the small panel under the radiator and - tadaaah!
How do you replace an alternator in a 1991 Toyota MR2?
unbolt the negative power wire unplug the positive power wore remove the tension bolt on the top of the alternator remove the lower bolt and pull out the alternator
How do you find were the hot wire on the alternator run to your car shuts off as soon as you take the hot off the battery?
assuming that no one has cut a wire, the alternator is probably bad. could be a fuse. Depending on car, it could be a fusible link. Process of elimination. The main large wire on the back of the alternator runs to the battery. Should be smaller wire on the positive cable.
How do you connect the alternator positive and negative wire to starer?
You do not connect any wire from the alternator to the starter. The positive wire from the alternator should run to the positive on the battery, and the negative wire (if equipped) should run to the engine block (or any suitable ground). Most alternators are already grounded by the bolts holding them to the engine, but some do have a negative wire.
How do you remove alternator on jaguar x type 3.0?
First take positive wire from battery- take AC compressor gas out -remove motor cover-remove air intake duct system-remove positive wire screw from alternator- remove second screw from alternator same place as positive screw was- remove AC dryer hose from compressor for space -disconnect AC compressor plug -remove AC compressor-remove alternator =D then assemble everything the way was taking out dont forget to test wiring and making sure alternator is working 100% percent before installation and last thing is to put gas free-on and test AC =D - BRIGHT MINDS AUTO ELECTRIC BRONX NYC
What side of the starter does the wire that comes from the alternator go to positive or negative?
Positive
What wire hooks from battery to alternator?
the positive wire that recharges the battery after being drained from the starter
How do you change an alternator on a 1996 Lincoln mark viii?
Disconnect the battery and just remove the bolts holding the alternator, disconnect the wire connection and remove the alternator.
How do you replace the alternator on a 1995 Chevy Corsica?
First disconnect the battery, Remove the wire attacked to the alternator bolt,(RED WIRE) remove the wire harness under the post, remove the belt 15mm wrench/socket will be needed for the belt tension pully, remove the top mounting bolt into the alternator thru the mount bracket, remove the lower mounting bolt into the alternator thru the mount brcket, remove the mounting bolt on the back of the alternator. its a simple replacement, to reinstall the alternator put all the mounting bolts back in the belt back on the wire plug back in the (RED WIRE)back on the wire post attack the battery. is also listed in the Haynes manual available at MOST auto part shops.
How do you replace an alternator in a VW Jetta?
Hi, if you are still looking. gas engine Jetta: remove negative battery cable. remove positive cable on alternator. remove blue wire on alternator. Loosen and remove mounting bracket (on top of alternator) be careful not to lose any of this bolt (very hard to find replacements). Remove alternator belt. REmove lower mounting bolt. Remove from engine. Reverse to install. All done. diesel Jetta: mounting bracket is on the bottom and engine mount is on the top. that's the only difference. same procedure. have fun!
Changing alternator on 2003 Ford Focus?
Removing the Alternator Disconnect battery ground cable Remove the ground wire (black) from the alternator Disconnect the positive wire (red wire held on by a retaining nut) from the back of the alternator Now disconnect the wire harness from the alternator Remove the drive belt NOTE: Some models use a belt tensioner that applies tension to the drive belt. The best tool to use for this job is the serpentine belt too. If you can borrow one from a neighbour you can get one at PartSource. (Part# 648451) On other models you will have to loosen the adjusting bolt on the alternator bracket. If you're not sure about how to remove the drive belt, visit your local PartSource for free print outs of vehicle specific instructions. Take off the mounting bolts from the alternator bracket Now remove the alternator from the engine compartment There. You've removed the alternator. How easy was that? Installing Your New Alternator Put the alternator in the engine compartment Install the mounting bolts that connect the alternator to the alternator bracket Connect the alternator wiring harness Now connect the positive wire to the alternator NOTE: Your new alternator should come with a retaining nut. Remember to remove the nut before you install the positive wire. If it doesn't keep the old nut. Connect the ground wire to the alternator Now install the drive belt This is a great time to replace your old worn out belt. When inspecting your old belt look for signs of cracking, oil soaked, hard glazed, splitting or fraying. All these signs mean it's time you replaced your drive belt. If your vehicle no longer has the belt routing diagram under the hood, visit your local PartSource for a free print out of the belt routing diagram. Reconnect the ground battery cable
How do you change the alternator on a 1997 Honda Civic LX?
Remove the alternator from below the vehicle. 1. Disconnect the positive battery cable. 2. Disconnect the 4P or 3P connector from the alternator. 3. Remove the terminal nut and the WHT wire from the B terminal. 4. Remove the adjusting bolt and through bolt nut, then remove the alternator belt from the pulley. 5. Pull out the alternator through bolt, then remove the alternator. 6. If necessary, remove the mount bracket bolts, and the upper and lower mount brackets. 7. Adjust the alternator belt tension after installation. The deflection should be between 6mm to 8.5mm for a new belt.
