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Where to tighten a fan belt from on a vauxhall vectra?
To tighten the fan belt on a Vauxhall Vectra, locate the alternator, which typically has an adjustable mounting bracket. Loosen the securing bolts on the alternator to allow for movement. Then, adjust the position of the alternator to increase tension on the belt before re-tightening the mounting bolts. Check the belt tension by pressing down on it; it should have a slight give but not be overly loose.
How to replace the alternator on a 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan fully loaded?
3.3L and 3.8L Engines The 3.3L and 3.8L engines were equipped with the Nippondenso alternators. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the alternator drive belt, by relieving the tension on the dynamic tensioner. 3. Loosen the nut on the support bracket at the exhaust manifold, do not remove it. 4. Remove the alternator tensioner/power steering bracket bolt. 5. Remove the tensioner stud nut and remove the tensioner. 6. Remove the alternator mounting bolts. 7. Remove the power steering reservoir from the mounting bracket, do not disconnect the hoses, and position it out of the way. 8. Remove the alternator support bracket bolts. Remove the intake plenum to alternator bracket bolt and remove the alternator support bracket from the engine. 9. Remove the alternator from the engine and disconnect the electrical leads. To install: 10. Install the alternator in position on the engine and connect the electrical leads. 11. Install the alternator support bracket, tighten the retaining bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm). 12. Install the power steering reservoir on the mounting bracket. 13. Install the alternator mounting bolts, tighten the bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm). 14. Install the tensioner and tensioner mounting stud. Install the retaining nut on the exhaust manifold. 15. Install the alternator belt, insert a 1/2 in. extension into the square hole in the tensioner and turn the tensioner. Tighten the tensioner bolt. 16. Connect the negative battery cable.
How do you adjust alternator belt in suzuki grand vitara 2000 v6 motor 2.5 manual?
Remove Air Cleaner Box Assembly to gain access to alternator, Loosen bolts on alternator mounting bracket to relax alternator, Push alternator towards block to relax belt and away from block to tighten. Now tighten alternator bolts while keeping tension on alternator.
What are step by step instuctions on replacing a Tracker's alternator ex where is the tension adjuster?
HI, I'll take this right from my book which covers from '86-'98. Disconnect the Neg battery cable Label and detach all wiring from the alternator Remove the evap charcoal canister and mounting bracket from the engine compartment Loosen the mounting bolts, then remove the alternator drive belt from the pulley While supporting the alternator, remove the mounting bolts and lift the alternator up and out of the engine compartment To Install: Hold the alternator in position, then install the mounting bolts finger-tight position the alternator belt on the pulley then adjust the drive belt. Using a padded pry bar, push the alternator away from the engine until the belt has the proper tension ( about 1/4 - 1/3 in deflection under thumb pressure) Tighten the alternator mounting bolts to 17ft lbs (23 Nm) if you have a torque wrench, otherwise real tight but not so tight that you'll strip the threads in the alternator Reattach all wiring to the alternator Reinstall the evap charcoal mounting bracket and canister Connect the neg battery cable You'll need to readjust the clock and redo your radio settings
How do you remove alternator Kia Sephia 2000?
To remove the alternator from a 2000 Kia Sephia, start by disconnecting the negative battery cable to prevent electrical shock. Then, remove the serpentine belt by releasing tension on the tensioner pulley. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the mounting bolts securing the alternator to the engine. Finally, carefully lift the alternator out of its bracket and set it aside.
How do you install an alternator on 1992 Ford E350?
Start by disconnecting the negative battery cable, then loosen the hinge and bracket bolts on the alternator. There should only be one of each. Rotate the alternator around the bracket to release tension on the belt and electrical wires far enough that they can be disconnected. Remove the bracket bolt then the hinge bolt and the alternator should come right out. Installation is the reverse of removal. To tighten the belt back up, be sure the bracket bolt is loose then use a prybar between the alternator body and the engine block to pry the alternator along bracket. When the desired tension is reached, tighten the bracket bolt back down. Boom Done
How do you tighten belt onto a new alternator.?
If it is a serpentine belt, the tension is automatically adjusted by the tension idler. If the belt is loose then the tensioner needs replacing. If it is a normal drive belt, then the alternator is mounted on a slotted bracket that allows you to adjust the position of the alternator. You can loosen the bolts and adjust the tension on the belt.
How do you put back alternator on 88 Nissan hardbody D21?
REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONOn some models, the alternator is mounted very low on the engine. On these models, it may be necessary to remove the gravel shield and work from beneath the truck in order to gain access to the alternator.Disconnect the negative battery cable.Remove the alternator pivot bolt. Push the alternator in and remove the drive belt.Pull back the rubber boots and disconnect the wiring from the back of the alternator.Remove the alternator mounting bolt and then withdraw the alternator from its bracket.To install:Position the alternator in its mounting bracket and lightly tighten the mounting and adjusting bolts.Connect the electrical leads at the rear of the alternator.Adjust the belt tension as detailed in http://wiki.answers.com/8585CH01_1.xml.
How do you change the alternator for a 1994 dodge caravan?
Here is how my [http://www.themotorbookstore.com/caravan.html 94 Dodge Caravan Manual] says to do it. 3.0l Engines The 3.0L engines were equipped with either the Nippondenso or Bosch alternators. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.2. Install a 1/2 in, breaker bar in the tensioner slot. Rotate counterclock- wise to release belt tension and remove poly-V belt.3. Remove the alternator mounting bolts (2)4. Remove the wiring and remove alternator.To Install:5. Position the alternator onto the engine, then install the wiring.6. Set the alternator against the mounting bracket and install the mounting bolts.7. Rotate the tensioner counterclockwise and install poly-V belt.8. Connect the negative battery cable. 3.3L and 3.8L EnginesThe 3.3L and 3.8L engines were equipped with the Nippondenso alternators. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.2. Remove the alternator drive belt, by relieving the tension on the dynamic tensioner3. Loosen the nut on the support bracket at the exhaust manifold, do not remove it.4. Remove the alternator tensioner/power steering bracket bolt.5. Remove the tensioner stud nut and remove the tensioner.6. Remove the alternator mounting bolts.7. Remove the power steering reservoir from the mounting bracket, do not disconnect the hoses, and position it out of the way.8. Remove the alternator support bracket bolts, Remove the intake plenum to alternator bracket bolt and remove the alternator support bracket from the engine.9. Remove the alternator from the engine and disconnect the electrical leads.To Install:10. Install the alternator in position on the engine and connect the electrical leads.11. Install the alternator support bracket, tighten the retaining bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm). Install the power steering reservoir on the mounting bracket.13. Install the alternator mounting bolts, tighten the bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).14. Install the tensioner and tensioner mounting stud. Install the retaining nut on the exhaust manifold.15. Install the alternator belt, insert a 1/2 in. extension into the square hole in the tensioner and turn the tensioner. Tighten the tensioner bolt.16. Connect the negative battery cable. Good Luck and Remember.Change Your Mind, Not Your Oil.Use the First In Synthetic Motor Oil's.See My Bio For more information.
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.
Where is the tension release for the alternators belt?
If it is a drive belt and not a serpentine belt is has no tensioner. You manually adjust the tension by normally adjusting tension by moving the alternator. Loosen to bolts holding the alternator in place and then adjust the tension. Tighten the bolts when the tension is right. If it is serpentine belt if you follow the belt around the the engine you will see the tensioner.
How do you change the alternator on a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix?
To change the alternator on a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix, first disconnect the negative battery cable to ensure safety. Remove the serpentine belt by releasing tension from the tensioner pulley, then unbolt the alternator from its mounting bracket. Disconnect the wiring harness and remove the alternator from the engine bay. Install the new alternator by reversing the disassembly steps, ensuring all connections are secure before reconnecting the battery.
