[tekneek]

Removal

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's audio presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.

5. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.

6. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator, then remove the alternator.


Installation

1. Install the three bolts securing the alternator.

2. Connect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.
3. Install the auto-tensioner.
4. Install the drive belt.
5. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then the connect negative cable.
6. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's audio presets.
7. Set the clock.

 

[cYn]

Holy crap good shit. I didn't know it was this easy.

 

[DC206R]

Just had mine replaced last week. Process if very simple but trying to wiggle that sucker out is a little tougher since that area has tons of parts surrounding it.

 

[IntegraGSR23]

Holy crap good shit. I didn't know it was this easy.

The illustrations make it appear "easy" to get access the lower bolts is a pain due to the limited area around it then to maneuver it out is rather tricky LOL

I did mine a few months ago

 

[cYn]

The illustrations make it appear "easy" to get access the lower bolts is a pain due to the limited area around it then to maneuver it out is rather tricky LOL

I did mine a few months ago

Ugh. I'm dreading having to replace the alternator and my starter in the future....

 

[curls]

Remove the lower bolts BEFORE the top one, as the top one will hold the alternator steady while you're doing hand-yoga removing the lower ones.
Also, very important (for your sanity) to do the top one up FIRST when reinstalling. Not tight, but snug enough to hold bolt holes in alignment.

 

[gdub]

Alldata? haha

 

[IntegraGSR23]

Ugh. I'm dreading having to replace the alternator and my starter in the future....

The alternator will be easier than the starter LOL! When that time comes you know you can hit me up for help

 

[tekneek]

The alternator will be easier than the starter LOL! When that time comes you know you can hit me up for help

I'll hit you up too ssssssss2

 

[IntegraGSR23]

I'll hit you up too ssssssss2

:tu: no problem

 

[luconi_MA]

Just replaced my alternator today. The OEM let go after 104k. Thanks for the write up!

Few things I found to make the replacement easier.

1) Lower 2 bolts are such a PITA to access. Do yourself a favor and invest in every extension and deep/shallow sockets for 1/4 and 3/8 drive.

2) disconnect the breather hose and remove the nipple that's above the alternator for enough clearance to remove. I also had to break off of one the external plastic ribs on the electric fan that's closest to the alternator for more clearance--- it won't hurt anything on the fan. (can always epoxy it back on)

3) It's a good time to also replace the serpentine belt. Mine was quite perished.

 

[Caliboi]

The illustrations make it appear "easy" to get access the lower bolts is a pain due to the limited area around it then to maneuver it out is rather tricky LOL

I did mine a few months ago

What tools did you use to remove the lower 2 bolts