How do you remove alternator from Mitsubishi car?
Remove the primary positive terminal by turning the mounting bolt counter clockwise and sliding the wire’s ring terminal from the post. Turn the alternator’s mounting bolts counter clockwise and slide them out, using the socket wrench. Remove the alternator by pulling it free of the mounting arms.
What kind of alternator does a Mitsubishi Galant need?
Determine which alternator your Mitsubishi Galant will need. You’ll want to be sure the new alternator is compatible with your Galant’s engine. Models made from 1969 to 1973 will have a 1.3 L or 1.5 L engine, 1973 to 1975 models have a 1.6 L engine and models made from 1976 to 1983 may have a 1.6 L, 1.85 L, 2.0 L or 2.6 L engine.
How do you disconnect a battery in a Mitsubishi?
Disconnect the battery by turning the positive terminal mounting bolt counter clockwise, using a 10 mm socket. Some older Mitsubishi models use larger bolts. Press the tension pulley arm firmly until the serpentine belt loosens. Quickly pull the loose belt out from underneath the idle pulley wheel, located at the top of the motor.
What happens if the alternator is not working?
Without the power from the alternator, your ignition system will have to depend on the battery for electrical power. If the alternator is not working, the battery will fail very quickly and the car will stop running.
Determine which alternator your Mitsubishi Galant will need. You’ll want to be sure the new alternator is compatible with your Galant’s engine. Models made from 1969 to 1973 will have a 1.3 L or 1.5 L engine, 1973 to 1975 models have a 1.6 L engine and models made from 1976 to 1983 may have a 1.6 L, 1.85 L, 2.0 L or 2.6 L engine.
How do you change the alternator in a Mitsubishi?
Remove the two bolts from the alternator bracket using a ratchet and socket. Then remove the bracket. Unscrew the remaining alternator large mounting bolt, working from under the vehicle, using the ratchet and socket. Then remove the alternator from the engine compartment.
How do you remove an alternator drive belt?
Remove the alternator drive belt using a ratchet and socket to release the tension. Unfasten the oil dipstick tube guide mounting bolt using a ratchet and socket, if you have a 3.0L engine model. Then remove the dipstick tube guide. Unfasten the four water pump pulley bolts using a ratchet and socket, if you have a 2.4L engine model.
Disconnect the battery by turning the positive terminal mounting bolt counter clockwise, using a 10 mm socket. Some older Mitsubishi models use larger bolts. Press the tension pulley arm firmly until the serpentine belt loosens. Quickly pull the loose belt out from underneath the idle pulley wheel, located at the top of the motor.