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Alternators
An alternator is an old term for electric generator that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy producing alternating current. Alternators are mainly used for recharging batteries and to power electrical loads of vehicles.
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Where is the alternator on a Pontiac fiero gt?
The alternator lives low on the passenger side rear of the engine.
Repair and adjustment done from underneath
Where is the alternator on a 2006 equinox?
The alternator is connected to the front of the engine. It is on the upper left corner, driven by the serpentine belt.
How do you remove excess surface charge form a car battery?
Apply a load across the battery for 10 to 15 seconds
How many volts should a new alternator put out?
Most alternators should put out between 14-14.5 volts, and this would be the reading if you have everything else turned off in your car (no Air conditioning, no radio, etc.)If they get too much over that they can damage the battery causing it to literally explode.
How much does it cost to fix an alternator?
It really depends. I am having problems with mine right now. I gave a guy a jump start with my car running (not a good idea, apparently), and fried something..may be a fuseable link or voltage regulator , or the alternator itself..hoping its a fuse, as this would be much cheaper than replaceing the alternator.
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Alternator will be about $150 and 1/2 hr to install. Many shops have a minumum shop time charge. My guess is about $210 - $225 total.
How do you replace the alternator in a 87 Trans Am?
take the belt off the alternator and take out the 3 bolts that hold the alternator to the engine and unplug the wires that plug into it and you have it off.
Alternator not charging battery 1998 Tahoe?
if its not charging make sure all your connection are plugged, simple way too test your alt. is start the car remove the pos+ive terminal and see if it still runs if not bad alt. and you will need it replaced. This procedure is not recommended. It can damage a good alternator.
What are the conditions for Synchronization of three phase alternator and bus bar?
voltage of incoming machine should be same as that of bus bar voltage
About how much should it cost to fix an alternator?
It varies depending on what part of the country you live. call a couple of local garages.
COULD b any where from $25.00 to a few HUNDRED DOLLARS---- would b easier if U knew what - MAKE - MODEL - YEAR - ENGINE SIZE - REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER - ETC.
WAIT!!!! you cannot Fix an Altenator you have one rebuilt and that is not $25.00 I think the cheapest I have gotten off with was $65 but that was a small shop in a small town I grew up in. Altenators should only be "fixed" rebuilt by someone who know vehicle electronics otherwhich you could screw it up.
How do you replace the alternator on a 1994 Saturn?
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 underneatdh 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 pplasitc 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. I f 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!
What causes the alternator to whine when you turn on the lights?
Bearing failure. Have the alternator tested. describe the whine - is it proportional to the speed? It oculd be because of the load and the charging - how is your battery condition? Did it do this before? Bearing failure. Have the alternator tested. describe the whine - is it proportional to the speed? It oculd be because of the load and the charging - how is your battery condition? Did it do this before?
How do you replace the alternator on a 1991 Saturn SL1?
The alternator must be removed either through the bottom of the vehicle, or threw the passanger side wheel well opening. Raise and support the vehicle. Disconnect the battery. Remove the serpentine belt by removing tention, and sliding it off. Under the car, disconnect the power wire using a 10MM socket. use a small screw driver and pry upwards on the electrical connector to remove quickly. remove both the Lower and Upper mounting bolts. in some cases, the upper bolt can be more easily accessed from under the hood. once the mounting bolts are moved, some prying, or wiggleing of the alternator may be necessary to free it from the bracket. Installation is just opposite. should take a novice around 30-45 minuites to complete the job.
Where is the voltage regulator on a 1990 Dodge Dakota?
On fuel injected models, the voltage regulator is not in the alternator, it is, unfortunately, part of the computer. The field winding in the alternator receives it excitation voltage from the computer. The computer monitors the system voltage and provides what it thinks is the appropriate field drive to keep the battery charged. The bad part about this is that you have to replace the whole engine computer if the regulator portion of it fails (at least $200.00 or more) I know this from personal experience. It might be possible to install an external regulator or install an alternator with built in regulator but you will have to modify the wiring.
On carbureted models the voltage regulator should be mounted on the firewall near the ignition coil. It should look like a small metal box about the size of a pack of cigarettes and be held on by two small bolts and have a small wiring harness (two or maybe three wires).
How do you get the alternator out of a 1992 Mazda MX3?
In order to remove the alternator on a 1.6 liter four cylinder you will have to remove the a/c line going into the car located on the passenger side. Then you will have the room to remove the alternator from the car. There are 2 bolts holding the alternator in 1 on top and the other on the bottom. This is a fairly easy job should take about 15 - 25 minutes to complete.
Most likely the problem is your alternator....the battery light actually does not monitor battery condition, only the charging system.
I'd check the voltage regulator and the fuses first. The fuses are the cheapest fix and the voltage regulator will run about 25% less than an alternator.
How do you remove pivot bolt on Hyundai accent alternator?
Once you have loosened the alternator belt, creep under the car and remove the nut that holds the pivot bolt to the engine block, you actually do not have to remove the bolt entirely to be able to remove the alternator. Loosening the pivot will be enough.
Do you really need an alternator cooling hose on a BMW?
Yes, on some BMWs the alternators are water cooled. (from standing in front of the vehicle) look on the right to find the alternator, if it has a solid case attached to the engine and a pulley it is water cooled.
Where is the voltage regulator rectifier on a Yamaha vmax?
right behind the plate on the left side rear footpeg
Would an alternator burn a battery up?
If the voltage regulator (usually located inside the alternator) were to go bad and not limit voltage to the battery quite possilby _yes
What is the difference between and alternator and a generator?
Generator is the general term for mechanical devices that make electricity. Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) Alternator is a type of generator. It is one of the most efficient, light and durable. Ideal for use in the automotive industry. A Generator (dynamo) produces DC direct current, An alternator produces Alternating curent whih is then converted into DC current with rectifiers/diodes as used in cars. When cars had generators (dynamos) in them you could test them by running a current into them and if they were ok the would turn like an electric motor.
Why is the battery light on in my 93 Crown Victoria It has a new battery and a new alternator.?
Since you replaced the battery and alternator, you must have had a problem before. Did you run a voltmeter on the battery while the engine is running? Should have around 14 volts. If you are getting around 14 volts, you can assume that the lite might be faulty. If you are getting say, 12 to 13 volts, then the alternator might be faulty, yes even sometimes rebuilt ones. Check all the wires to make sure there is good contact, also if you still have the problem, then you might have a broken wire ( somewhere ). Good luck
How do you replace an alternator on Nissan Frontier?
Loosen the belts, unbolt the old alternator, bolt the new one on, tighten the belts back up.
Will an alternator for a 1992 Toyota MR2 fit a 1986 Toyota 4-runner?
you will have to look at the electrical connections at the back of the alternator to see if it will plug into your loom.Also you might need to look at the amps put out by both units to see if they are the same autos usually put out more there should be a label with this info hope this helps. Matt
the alternator wont fit a Toyota runner it has to put more power then a corolla trust i know about Toyota
