What should I do if my Jeep Grand Cherokee alternator goes bad?
In short, if your alternator on your late-model Grand Cherokee carks it, or you’re going through batteries too often, give Jeep a call to get it sorted out. There is also a chance of the diode really going belly-up and shorting out, which could lead to all sorts of exciting stories to tell around the campfire.
Where are the fuses on a jeep alternator?
If you don’t see voltage on the field coil terminals, you might have a blown fuse. The field coil is powered by a box called Powertrain Control Module, and there are 3 fuses that might be of interest, numbered 6, 19, and 26 according to the schematic (see below).
Are there any recalls on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The recall affects 9,566 vehicles in total, also including the Chrysler 300C sedan. Based on that, we’re going to assume it’s vehicles with the 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 that are affected. Follow this link to read more about the recall, and see the full list of affected vehicles. We were unable to load Disqus.
What are the wires to the alternator in a jeep?
There are 3 wires attached to the alternator. One is a big fat wire that goes to the battery, this is the alternator output. The other two wires feed power to the field coil.
How do you replace a belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Check the belt routing so you know how to replace the belt. You may be able to find a belt routing diagram on a decal on the fan shroud or in support documentation. Otherwise, make you own sketch for reference. Rotate the belt tensioner pulley, using the wrench, to and relieve tension on the belt.
How do you change power steering belt tension?
On these models, change the tension on the belt by loosening the two power steering bolts on the side of the power steering pump, then turn the adjustment bolt below the pump counter-clockwise to release tension on the belt. Follow the above steps for replacement using this alternate system.
How do you change the belt on a water pump?
Use your belt routing diagram to put the new belt onto all of the pulleys. Pay close attention to the water pump pulley, as incorrect routing can cause the water pump to run backwards and overheat. Make sure the belt is correctly routed and seated on all pulleys.