failing alternator or belt?

azureblue · Post by **azureblue** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:15

I'm replacing the alternator - you mean I do not have to drain to R&R?

Post by **vtl** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:20

No. Remove the fan, unbolt and squeeze the alternator to the driver side and lift it up there. Protect the radiator with a piece of cardboard.

azureblue · Post by **azureblue** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:26

even better- thanks.. Will I get much leakage from the power steering pump fitting?

Post by **Blacklab467** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:30

Maybe '01 was different but I believe you may have to remove the A/C compressor bolts to get the alternator out also. My '03 was that way.

azureblue · Post by **azureblue** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:35

as long as I don't have to pull the AC comp.. I don't think I have to. I may have to move the engine computer box over to get a little more wiggle room. Fortunately, I have an enclosed garage

Post by **vtl** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:41

Blacklab467 wrote: 15 Dec 2022, 10:30 Maybe '01 was different but I believe you may have to remove the A/C compressor bolts to get the alternator out also. My '03 was that way.

Alternator bottom bolts are shared with A/C compressor upper bolts. Need to slacken the lower A/C bolts.

Post by **vtl** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:44

azureblue wrote: 15 Dec 2022, 10:26 even better- thanks.. Will I get much leakage from the power steering pump fitting?

Some. Get a box of silicone plugs: search "OPK12 Rubber Vacuum Cap Assortment" on amazon, these fit into both ends of disconnected high pressure line. You'll have almost no leaks, only in the moment when disconnecting the line from the pump.

azureblue · Post by **azureblue** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:46

Hm - a bit late to order, but maybe I can get plugs from Lowes - what size?

Post by **vtl** » 15 Dec 2022, 10:51

Stuff the holes with paper towel and put into a plastic bag. It will leak, but very slow.

azureblue · Post by **azureblue** » 15 Dec 2022, 11:00

Thanks - Now to get to work