Why did I have to replace the alternator in my Kia Sedona?
Alternator was covered in oil from the valve covers leaking (another common issue). Replaced. The leak was repair ~2 months later after trying to have Kia fix it under warranty to no avail. Just had to replaced the alternator again at 110K due to the regulator not functioning correctly; lights would dim, pulsate and the idle was rough.
What are the side effects of removing an alternator?
Side effects include nausea, insomnia, and very dirty fingernails. If you experience that it takes you longer than 4 hours to remove this alternator, call your mechanic immediately. To make sure the alternator needs to be replaced, google “how to test an alternator” and invest in a good multimeter if you don’t have one.
When to call a mechanic for an alternator replacement?
If you experience that it takes you longer than 4 hours to remove this alternator, call your mechanic immediately. To make sure the alternator needs to be replaced, google “how to test an alternator” and invest in a good multimeter if you don’t have one. 2) Remove battery terminal connections and wait at least 30 min for the airbags to be disabled.
Side effects include nausea, insomnia, and very dirty fingernails. If you experience that it takes you longer than 4 hours to remove this alternator, call your mechanic immediately. To make sure the alternator needs to be replaced, google “how to test an alternator” and invest in a good multimeter if you don’t have one.
If you experience that it takes you longer than 4 hours to remove this alternator, call your mechanic immediately. To make sure the alternator needs to be replaced, google “how to test an alternator” and invest in a good multimeter if you don’t have one. 2) Remove battery terminal connections and wait at least 30 min for the airbags to be disabled.
What should I do if my alternator is hot?
Really! First and most importantly: disconnect the battery. There may be several wires or just one wire on your alternator, but rest assured that one of them is hot. If you don’t disconnect the battery, you’re very likely to end up grounding a live wire during the process.
How to replace an alternator on a 1995 GMC?
Somewhere on your vehicle there is a tensioner pulley. You’ll need to move it enough to slip the belt off the pulley. Our ’95 GMC has a standard spring-loaded GM tensioner that required us to pull it back with a wrench.