What size are the alternator bolts?
Alternator Bolt (72078) by Dorman®. 3/8, 16 x 6″, Hex 9/16″.
What are the 2 small wires on an alternator?
The two wires connected to the alternators are the positive and negative cables.
How do I loosen the bolts on my alternator?
Loosen the bolts on the alternator if there is no auto-tensioner. In cars without an auto-tensioner pulley, you can relieve the tension on the belt simply by loosening the two bolts that secure the alternator to the engine. These will often require a 14mm or 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) socket, though you may need to try others.
How do you install a new alternator in a car?
Installing the New Alternator Slide the new alternator into place. You might have to wiggle the alternator around to squeeze it back into place in a crowded engine bay. Insert the mounting bolts. Slide the mounting bolts through the alternator and into the mounting bracket. Run the belt over the new alternator pulley.
Do you need to remove serpentine belt to change alternator?
As you loosen the bolts, the alternator will slide in the bracket under the tension of the belt. You may not need to remove the serpentine or accessory belt if it’s not damaged.
Is there enough room to get the alternator out?
I see the three bolts on top of the engine mount by the alternator and am tempted to pull them out to drop it, but don’t want to break or bend anything in the process. Is there enough room to get it out above the frame without dropping the engine down? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Loosen the bolts on the alternator if there is no auto-tensioner. In cars without an auto-tensioner pulley, you can relieve the tension on the belt simply by loosening the two bolts that secure the alternator to the engine. These will often require a 14mm or 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) socket, though you may need to try others.
Where is the mounting hole on an alternator?
STEP 1 | Identify the mounting hole locations. In most cases, the tapped holes will be visible. On certain applications, a bolt will be inserted into the hole to keep out debris and protect the hole and threads from becoming damaged. In this case, the bolts are not securing anything and can be removed for the installation of the new alternator.
Installing the New Alternator Slide the new alternator into place. You might have to wiggle the alternator around to squeeze it back into place in a crowded engine bay. Insert the mounting bolts. Slide the mounting bolts through the alternator and into the mounting bracket. Run the belt over the new alternator pulley.
As you loosen the bolts, the alternator will slide in the bracket under the tension of the belt. You may not need to remove the serpentine or accessory belt if it’s not damaged.