Alternator: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable

Tightening torque:
3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb-ft)

2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the oil level gauge tube (A).

Tightening torque:
18.6 - 22.6N.m (1.9 - 2.3kgf.m, 13.7 - 16.6lb-ft)




4. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and cable (B) from the 'B' terminal.




5. Turn the tensioner (B) counterclockwise and loosen, then remove the drive belt (A).




6. Remove the under cover.
7. Set a jack to the oil pan.

NOTE:
Insert a lubber block between jack and oil pan

8. Loosen the engine mounting nut (A).

Tightening torque :
63.7 - 83.4 N.m (6.5 - 8.5 kgf.m, 47.0 - 61.5 lb-ft)




9. Lift up the engine engine assembly slightly by using a jack to get access to the side of engine.
10. Remove the alternator (A).

Tightening torque :
26.5 - 33.3 N.m (2.7 - 3.4 kgf.m, 19.5 - 24.6 lb-ft)




11. Installation is reverse order of removal.