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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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How do you change the alternator on 1999 Chevy Astro Van?
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?ForwardPage=/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/11/7b/f2/0900823d80117bf2.jsp This is the closest I can get - 1996. Hope it helps.
What size bolts fit a Lincoln mark viii alternator?
The top are 8 mm and the bottom are 10 mm
Remember, that is wrench size.
There is a good chance that your alternator has stopped working. It could also be just a loose wire from the alternator to the battery that is not letting the battery charge.
Also it could be a bad battery. When a cell in a battery dies it will hold a charge for a short period of time but then rapidly die. Get the battery checked first. they the wires, then the alternator.
sounds like the alternater squeling not the belt
How do you replace the alternator on a 1998 Chevy S-10?
Disconnect the battery then remove the fan shroud. Release the tension on the belt and pull it off the alternator pulley. I use a ratchet with a 3/8" drive inserted into the tensioner pulley for leverage, but I believe they have tool or pry bar for this. The alternator has three bolts keeping it attached, the two on the front are pretty easy to see and remove. On the back side of the alternator is a bracket attching it to the block. There is one bolt (don't remember what size) which is rough to get out. I was able to use a ratchet and deep socket to remove it. ONce I finally got it loose, I disconnected the wiring. Installation is the reverse!
How do you replace the alternator on a 1996 Ford Probe?
I have a 97 Ford probe and when I had to replace my alternator... I had to pulled the passenger tire off and pull the whole assembly apart so I could get the alternator.. There are 2 bolts to loosen up and pull the belt out slide the alternator down by the exhaust and pull it out by the CV axle
How do you replace the alternator on a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme?
You have to remove the passenger side wheel, and inner fenders, then the drive axle and heat shield, then you can get at it. From underneath.....sorry.
Where is the alternator located on a 1996 dodge ram 1500?
It is on the top of the engine, next to the ac compressor.
Check your Crankshaft position sensor. Located on the right of the crankshaft. Probably got damaged when belt broke.
Release the tension on the belt alternator on a 1996 Lincoln mark 8?
You have to use a 1/2 inch breaker bar and put it in the square hole of the tensioner and turn it to release the tension of the belt.
Is possible to short out the alternator while working on car?
The alternator really can be shorted out but you can cause a short if you contact the hot battery connection to ground. whenever you work on a car, you should really disconnect the negative battery cable. It takes that battery out of harms way and you too.
How do you change the alternator on an 88 300zx?
Somebody else may have a better way but I found it was easier for me by taking the two screws from the coolant reservoir and lifting it up out the way (without disconnecting), removing the bolts from the power steering pump (without disconnecting) and lifting it out of the way. Then remove the fan shroud. This will allow you ample room to get to and remove the alternator (which is located underneath the power steering pump). "GOOD LUCK"
What cause an alternator to blow?
The usual cause of a blown alternator is overload. The alternator will also blow if the battery is connected backwards, even for an instant, such as during jumping. Sometimes, overload is caused by attempting to jump start another car while revving the engine of the first car. The alternator is not designed to carry the current of a starter. Depending on the alternator, protection might be built in, but don't count on it. Rev the engine only to help charge the other battery, and then let the engine idle while starting the other.
How do you replace the alternator on a 1994 Saturn SL2?
jack up the passenger side the car on the front wheel side of the car put a jack stand on that side for safety and take the jack out. now take off the front tire,then take off the plastic splash plate then take 9/16" box wrench on end of the tension pulley and release the tension on drive belt and take it off the alternator.there two bolts one on the bottom and the top the top bolt is the hardist to get out and back in I used a short piece of plastic tubing big enough to fit snug on the head of the bolt you can try it when you get the bolt good and loose coming out,oryour fingers ,but going back with the bolt the tubing works great. good luck i have changed three on my 1994 saturn.and do not FORGET TO DETACH THE CABLE FROM THE BATTERY .
What will make a 1986 Volvo 240 DL lose power if not the battery and alternator?
What would help would be an articulate question. Does "lose power" mean a loss of voltage/current, or a loss of engine power (horsepower/torque)?
Where is starter on Nissan Sentra?
the starter is connected to the bellhousing (the part of the transmission that connects to the engine) and sits above the tranny but on the fire wall side.
October 2007. This answer is incomplete. The bolt heads to unbolt the starter on the Sentra are located on the left side of the engine under the air cleaner and air inlet housing to the fuel injector intake. These housings must be removed to access the bolts heads, and then the starter is taken out from under the car on the right back side of the engine. The hardest part is disassembly of the intake housing to get to the bolt heads for starter removal.
How do you replace the alternator on a Oldsmobile Delta 88?
It's simple actually. First disconnect the alternator. There is a connector that you have to unhook. There are only three bolts holding that thing on. The toughest part is putting the belt back on. I'm female and could do it myself! It is very easy to change. The nut on the tension pulley is a 15mm I do believe. Put a ratchet on there and use a "cheater bar" for leverage to pull the tension pulley back and the belt slips right on real easy.
How do you change alternator on 1995 3.4 Chevy lumina?
you have to pull the axel out to get to the alternater thn there are 2 bolts in the front and one in the back at the top of the alternater once you get those it will fall out and you have to take the plugs off the back and put the new one back in and put it back together and your done you have to pull the axel out to get to the alternater thn there are 2 bolts in the front and one in the back at the top of the alternater once you get those it will fall out and you have to take the plugs off the back and put the new one back in and put it back together and your done you have to pull the axel out to get to the alternater thn there are 2 bolts in the front and one in the back at the top of the alternater once you get those it will fall out and you have to take the plugs off the back and put the new one back in and put it back together and your done
i had a problem with the rough idle too, i had to replace my dpsr tube. It was cracked, as i was told was a common problem with our model and the particular parts they used.
most likely the alternator needs attention cause it is not charging
How do you install an alternator in 2000 cadillac deville?
Disconnect batt
Remove wires from back
Loosen bolt on arm to release belt tension
Remove all bolts
Reverse to install
You will have to use a pry bar to pull alt while you tighten belt on arm to keep it taut.
What if you change the alternator and battery and the Saturn still wont crank?
Freshly charged battery and good alternator...that usually means a bad starter. Check the following:
- Poor ground connection-do the lights come on bright? ...does the horn work?
- Starter relay is bad (AKA "The Solenoid") ...it could be that the starter had a bad solenoid from the factory or the rebuilder. Does the starter click? If you have a good charge but the starter doesn't click, it is probably the solenoid.
- The ignition switch may be bad. Do you get power to the starter? You'll need a volt meter.
- The neutral switch may be bad. That is the switch on the transmission that keeps the starter from running while the car is in gear. You can jumper that switch at the plug and try to crank it but be sure that you have the drive wheels off the ground or the car in park because it could start up and run over you. That hurts.
- The starter may be bad...and they are the dickens to take out. Troubleshoot everything else, first.
How do you remove 99 kia carnival alternator?
you have to pass it through the wiper motor loosen all the bolts of the wiper motor remove it slowly from the base then loosen the 2 bolts of the alternator one below and the other upper left then pull all the hoses and there slide it up to the wiper motor. if you have problem with the belt you have to locate where the tensioner is where you can push or slide it up with a wrench. same thing you have to do to put it back double check the belt if they are properly attached. have fun
Is there a diagram of where the alternator on a 2002 Kia Spectra is?
it will be one the small motors on belts(right side of engine) and to connected to your battery usually the ones closest to front of car and closet to the ground
How do your fix a stubborn-to-remove alternator in a Ford Focus dual cam stick shift?
I really kon't know why you are having a problem. Get a manual on your car from the parts store.
I had this issue when replacing my alternator. My best solution was to remove the wheel and the cover to get to it, this will also come in handy putting the surp. belt back in place and it's pretty difficult with the serp tool. coming from the top.
