What to do if your alternator fails on a Jeep Wrangler?
Because the battery is only a temporary source of electrical power, it doesn’t take long for a running vehicle, including a Wrangler, to run out of juice if the alternator fails. Disconnect the negative battery terminal from the battery by using a hand wrench to loosen the connection clamp.
How do you remove the alternator belt on a Jeep Cherokee?
Do not remove the belt completely unless you’re replacing it. Some older Jeeps may have an alternator pivot bolt to loosen and then pivot the alternator on the bracket to relieve tension on the belt. Remove the two alternator mounting bolts using a ratchet wrench. Unsnap the B+ terminal cover if equipped on the back of the alternator.
What’s the problem with a new alternator and battery?
Had it installed at a mechanic and the same problem would happen. After being jumped, it would start but putter out in like 4 minutes. The mechanic went out of their way and bought a different alternator from a different vendor; installed it and the same problem happened.
Is there a problem with the alternator in Liberty?
Discussion in ‘ Liberty ‘ started by jonahb1987, Jul 10, 2019 . I recently had a breakdown. At first we thought it was the alternator, so I bought a new one. Had it installed at a mechanic and the same problem would happen. After being jumped, it would start but putter out in like 4 minutes.
How does the alternator work in a Jeep Wrangler?
The alternator in a Jeep Wrangler is the heart of the electrical system. The battery provides electrical current to crank the starter — after that, the alternator powers the engine’s electrical components and recharges the battery. If the alternator breaks down, the electrical power to the engine is drawn from to the battery.
Do not remove the belt completely unless you’re replacing it. Some older Jeeps may have an alternator pivot bolt to loosen and then pivot the alternator on the bracket to relieve tension on the belt. Remove the two alternator mounting bolts using a ratchet wrench. Unsnap the B+ terminal cover if equipped on the back of the alternator.
What happens if you have a new alternator and the battery is not charging?
The alternator in your car is an integral part of your vehicle’s electrical system. If you have a new alternator and the battery is still not charging, then you definitely have some kind of a problem with your battery that you’ll need to address immediately.
What should I do if my alternator keeps dying?
The alternator is essentially a generator and it keeps your battery charged while supplying additional electrical power for the other systems in the vehicle. If you have a new alternator and your battery keeps dying on you, then there’s definitely a problem that you’re going to need to look into.