Alternators

Remove the power steering belt first then the alternator belt will go on.

on the left (driver) side of the engine under the transmission fluid reservoir

take it to any auto parts store they will test it for free

take of the radaitor overflow box, then front passanger tire,cv axle and then unbolt alternator put on a new one. not that hard just some labor and effort will get the job done but definatley not worth paying the mechanic outragousley. its only a 110 part new and takes about 2 to 3 hours to install.

On Autozone.com, there are many helpful guides and diagrams. Here's the one for 1995-2000 Pontiac Sunfires. If this isn't what you need, just go to www.autozone.com, click on the repair link, and continue to select the links that you need. http://www.autozone.com/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/19/16/12/0900823d80191612/repairInfoPages.htm

Connect an oscilloscope and check the screen for a smooth constant ripple pattern at high revolution and low revolution.

Depends on what kind of Race Car.

Circle Dirt Track Race Cars Between races. Asphalt cars have alternators.

Race cars have alternators that keep the battery charged while racing.

Some dirt track cars have alternators some asphalt cars don't have alternators.

Need more specifics.

Can be a defective voltage regulator.

Very simple, you need a socket wrench and remove the two bolts on the alternator, and the wire connection.

I just replaced the alternator on my 99 mercury tracer. The guy at the auto parts store quickly showed us how to do it ourselves (saving us the price of a mechanic) Ask them at the store to show you which, but after disconnecting the battery, there is a plate on top of the alternator that you can take off and get out of the way. There are 2 bolts on the side to remove, and you loosen the tensioner that holds the belt tight by pushing it forward. After all that, carefully life the alternator out. It's a tight fit, but fortunately, these are accessible from the top rather than needing to get under the car. It takes some muscle to get the bolts loosened, but it's do-able. Then, obviously, reverse the process as you put the new alternator in. They told us the biggest thing to watch for is your radiator hose right in the front. It's easy to accidentally lean on it as you're working and break it.

I'm a female and was able to do most of the work myself, calling my husband in for some extra strength. Neither of us are very experienced with working on cars, so I'd say this is a fairly easy task.

Good luck!

There is no adjustment . It is a serpentine belt (one continuous belt) that rotates all pulleys for each belt driven component. the tension is adjusted automatically by the tensiometer located at the front of the engine on the passenger side right across from crankshaft pulley. However there are worn belt indicator marks on the side of the tensiometer pulley that tell you if the belt needs replacement. to release tension , use a long ratchet or wrench and turn wrench ,believe counter clock wise, only moderate torque is needed. If not ,turn clockwise. do this when replacing belt or component, such as alternator.

It will not cause the engine to overheat. You have another problem.

Yes it can but squealing normally indicates the belt is worn out.

yes they are all electric components are covered for the life of the warranty.

It will depend on the warranty. Powertrain usually only covers internal engine and transmission parts.

unstable idling and battery indicator lights on.

The same way fossil fuel plants do, making steam and turning turbines which turn generators/alternators.
Nuclear fission generates heat which flashes water to steam which spins turbines that spin generators that produce electricity.

You need to check body to engine grounds. Then check battery to body ground. now check engine to battery ground make sure they are clean and tight. check the positive cable going from battery to starter and make sure its clean and tight I believe you'll find the problem.

No, the alternator is used to charge the battery apperently.

go see a mechanic

Release the tension using a wrench etc from the idler pulley.

BMW Dealer: around $1450

autozone part: $400

There is a tensioner bolt that is connected to the alternator. You have to screw in the bolt, which will pull the alternator out and tighten the belt.

There's a tensioner (screw) located underneath the alternator. Loosen the alternator bracket screw, then feel underneath the alternator to locate the tensioner screw. It's several inches long.

That's about the most half assed answer ever. There is way more involved due to the fact that the alternator belt is on the the first pulley off the cam. You have to unhook the two belts in front of it to get it on. Then you have to put the a/c belt and timing belt back on.

Alternator belt $5.50 Labor: $25.00

Knowing you could have done it in fifteen minutes: priceless

IF you remove the right front tire and guard this will give you easy access to your alternator. You will need to jack your car up. It sits underneath the engine to the right of the starter. If you locate the oil filter you'll see it right in front of you. Just disconnect your battery and then the plasitc guard on the alternator held on by a single bolt. Then disconnect all wires. Next, Unscrew the two bolts that runn across the bottom. Put a 14mm on the tensioner to put some slack in the serpentine belt and pull the 14mm wrench. Take the belt from around the alternator and then remove the bolt on the top right of the alternator. that one in particular is a little hard to get to, but take your time and good luck. If you are still having trouble then get the Haynes Repair manual for the Saturn S-series 1991-2002. You can find them at any auto perts store and they are great to have!