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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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Bolt on alternator stuck how do you get it out of a 89 Chevy Celebrity?
Without seeing your situation. If you are unable to loosen a bolt then use a longer wrench to put more torque on the bolt head. If the bolt is loose but stuck in the hole use a drift punch and a hammer to tap it out.
How do you replace the alternator on a 98 Chrysler Concorde?
There are three main steps behind replacing the alternator on the 1998 Chrysler Concorde. The first is disconnecting the battery cables for safety. Second, is depressing the belt tensioner to allow for the release of the drive belt. Finally the alternator can be unbolted from its bracket for replacement. If the drive belt, idler pulley and tensioner are worn it would be an ideal time to replace this components as part of the install.
What will cause engine to die while driving in 95 jeep Cherokee when battery and alternator good?
trash in your fuel filter
Car wont start when you crank it up the battery meter goes down and lights go off?
Probably a bad ground from the battery to engine/body.
Why is your alternator charging below 12 volts?
Engine idle is too low, alternator drive belt is slipping, alternater is defective, voltage regulator is defective.
Where is the voltage regulator for an alternator located on a 1999 Saturn sl2?
The voltage regulator is in the alternator on that model vehicle
How many volts does a 1987 dodge ram 50 alternator put out?
It should output the same voltage that any 12volt battery system outputs. Roughly between 13 and 15 volts (13.3-14.9)
hereTry these two things to confirm its the alternator. First have your battery check, sounds as if there is a drained cell.( if this is the case try jump starting car and letting it run for 5 - 10 minutes before shutting off car and doing a restart.) Second thing, was the alternator check at the part store before you left, it could have a bad bendix in it and have to be returned.
Also try the main relay I had the same issue and its the main relay that sends fuel it is located on the firewall to the right of the steering column.
Where is the alternator in a 1996 Mitsubishi eclipse rs?
If you look near the fire wall (the metal under the hood latch) to the left youll see the belt. Well if you have a flash light available youll see the belt connected to a circle device with holes, inside the hole youll see a copper colored coil. that's your alternator
How do you install an alternator on a 2003 Dodge Stratus?
The 2003 Dodge Stratus came optionally equipped in a 3.0L V6 engine. The first step is the disconnection of battery cables. Second, the serpentine drive belt can released and removed. Last, the two bolts holding the alternator to engine mount can be removed and replacement. The OE alternator for the 3.0L application is AC Delco #3341420.
How do you replace the alternator on a 2004 Honda CR-V?
Three simple steps:
Step 1: buy a new one for your car model
Step 2: take the old one out
Step 3: put the new one you just bought in.
1985 Chevy alternator changeable with 1994 Chevy?
As far as bolting on, then yes. However, alternators come in different sizes. Internally, I mean. Amperage wise. If both vehicles have an equaly amount of electrical amenities, then they are probably close.
NEW ANSWER: Sorry to be the 1 to say it. But the 85 will not bolt up to the 94 mounting bracket. From 1988----1995 alternators will interchange. And like Bigstrapper said, check the amperage there all different.
Where is a 94 Chevy beretta z26 voltage regulator?
The regulator on a 1994 Chevy is inside the alternator.
the spike in power. either take apart the cluster, and move the needle back to the top of the pin, or take a small wire, and run it though the odometer hole thing, and rotate it back
Does an alternator smell when it goes bad?
Not really. It can make a grinding noise, and sometimes bad enough that the starter will not even turn the engine over. Most times they just quit with no noise.
How do you take off an alternator on 2001 jeep Cherokee?
on my 01, i removed the battery and gained access that way. hope that helps.
When do you change the alternator on a 1997 dodge ram van 2500?
Well if you can drive around for 15 to 30 min and you battery is still dead then your alternator is bad or if you put a new battery in and it go's dead avry time you run the truck then your alternator is bad
How do you wire a 93 dodge 5.9 cummins alternator into a 78 ford?
The alternator on a 1993 Dodge is regulated by the engine computer. You would have to find an aftermarket regulator and follow it's wiring schematic.
The alternator on a 1993 Dodge is regulated by the engine computer. You would have to find an aftermarket regulator and follow it's wiring schematic.
What is the function of the pully assembly on the alternator?
that is the drive assembly which the power provided by the rotation of the crankshaft and through the engine drive belt causes the rotaion of the alternator which produces the electrical power to the auto and battery charging system
