Which alternator?

Post by **oragex** » 05 Mar 2016, 07:29

Time for me to replace the alternator (I spilled some coolant on it and now the bearings are toasted).

Car is automatic 2003 2.4 n/a (VIN32272264), how to find out which alternator it has? I see online 120A, 140A, with and without freewheel pulley, any trick to find which is the right one?

http://www.swedishautoparts.com/S60/Vol ... ators.html

Post by **oragex** » 05 Mar 2016, 08:01

I managed to take a picture

RavagedPheonix · Post by **RavagedPheonix** » 05 Mar 2016, 08:45

You have the 140A alternator with the clutch pulley. I work at a starter/alternator rebuilder, but we can't ship to Canada. Try a local auto parts shop. Here are some part numbers that will work. I know the WAI unit is available on amazon for $147 US https://www.amazon.com/Discount-Starter- ... B0051BOSLU
0124525029 - OEM number (VERY expensive)
AL0820N - Bosch NEW aftermarket number (expensive)
AL0820X - Bosch remanufactured unit. (somewhat reasonable)
13998N - WAI aftermarket unit (MUCH cheaper, fairly decent)

Post by **oragex** » 05 Mar 2016, 11:43

Thanks, do you think I can fit a later 05-09 140A ? Is it different than the early 140A?

Post by **oragex** » 05 Mar 2016, 14:43

Ok, found the answer, 2005+ have a different regulator so it won't work on 2003-2004 unless the regulator can be swapped (don't know if doable).

http://volvoforums.com/forum/volvo-xc90 ... ead-39861/

PeteB · Post by **PeteB** » 06 Mar 2016, 10:27

I have to test the alternator in my son's car this week coming up, and was
wondering of the WAI is available for a 96 850, and where can they be purchased?
Don't see WAI at Rock Auto or FCP, Rock Auto has remanufactured from:
Pure Power
AC Delco
REMY
Bosch
Not sure if any of these remans are any good.

Are there any upgrades from later model cars that drop in?

RavagedPheonix · Post by **RavagedPheonix** » 07 Mar 2016, 09:52

WAI may possibly be listed under WPS depending on the distributor. Here is the one you need for your 850.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/wps+/ ... rator,2412

Post by **GBS** » 07 Mar 2016, 10:28

I replaced my alternator a while back and got a rebuilt from Auto Zone, they looked it up in their system and what I got was supposed to work for my V70 2002... it didn't, or at least the display said there was a problem with the charger. Voltage was OK but I didn't feel comfortable with it and digging some more I just needed new regulator. I would not get it alternator from an auto zone type store again....

MarcM · Post by **MarcM** » 07 Mar 2016, 12:31

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/volv ... rator,2412

PeteB · Post by **PeteB** » 08 Mar 2016, 12:05

Thanks everyone,
@RavagedPheonix thanks for the WPS=WAI info, will probably go with that one
or a reman if needed.

I'm able to look up the correct fit my question is which brand or reman in the
$100 to "$150 range is decent and will last at least 5 years or so.
I'll probably go with the WPS if we need it, car should be here today and will
have it tested tomorrow.