How to remove alternator from Mercedes R129 SL500?
Position the alternator in the bracket lining up the mounting bolt holes, installing the fasteners and tightening them. Fit the drive belt and set the tension on the belt.
How to remove an alternator from a Mercedes Benz?
Position the alternator down in the area of the mounting bracket, attach the small exciter wire, larger alternator output wire to the alternator and tighten the fasteners. Do not over-tighten. Position the alternator in the bracket lining up the mounting bolt holes, installing the fasteners and tightening them.
How much amperage can an alternator put out?
Keep in mind the alternator is more like a trickle charger than a professional battery charger. An alternator can be rated to put out 150amps but it will take engine horsepower to do it. Alternators are designed to provide just slightly more amperage than required.
What causes an alternator to go out in a car?
If an alternator puts out too much amperage it will “cook” the battery which can cause premature battery failure. Excessive heat and escaping Hydrogen gas from the battery vent can be a severe problem. Modern cars like ours also have sophisticated electronics on them and rely on a stable and suitable power supply.
Position the alternator in the bracket lining up the mounting bolt holes, installing the fasteners and tightening them. Fit the drive belt and set the tension on the belt.
Where can I buy an alternator for a Mercedes Benz?
First buy the alternator itself online from your favorite online retailer. You can find a new alternator online for $100 to $200, find one for your Mercedes Benz on Amazon, see link here. The one replaced we bought on Amazon for $115 and worked out great.
How to replace alternator on Mercedes Benz E C CLK SLK s?
Tighten the nut for the electrical cable ( positive +) between 15-18Nm. Plug the electrical cable on the back of alternator and make sure it clicks when you push it in. That way you know it is locked in place. Reinstall the serpentine belt, the engine cover and the reconnect the battery. 2 Bolts that hold the alternator in place. Max 45 Nm.
How do you remove an alternator from a car?
See the close up picture below. Unplug the connector that goes into the back of the alternator. Pres on the tab and pull it away from the alternator. Remove the two bolts that hold the alternator in place using the Female E Torx sockets we listed on the required tools section above. Remove the alternator.
What happens if an alternator puts out 150amps?
An alternator can be rated to put out 150amps but it will take engine horsepower to do it. Alternators are designed to provide just slightly more amperage than required. If an alternator puts out too much amperage it will “cook” the battery which can cause premature battery failure.
Position the alternator down in the area of the mounting bracket, attach the small exciter wire, larger alternator output wire to the alternator and tighten the fasteners. Do not over-tighten. Position the alternator in the bracket lining up the mounting bolt holes, installing the fasteners and tightening them.
What should I do if my alternator is not working?
If that’s all good then replace the regulator. If not then buy a rebuilt alternator and install it (the rebuilt will come with a regulator). If you’re not very well DIY inclined you could just buy the rebuilt alternator and do the R&R, that’s pretty simple (just be sure to disconnect the battery first!).
An alternator can be rated to put out 150amps but it will take engine horsepower to do it. Alternators are designed to provide just slightly more amperage than required. If an alternator puts out too much amperage it will “cook” the battery which can cause premature battery failure.