When replacing an alternator, it is advisable that the charging system should be checked before removal or after removal, take it to a parts store or automotive electrical repair shop to check operation. Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable. Remove engine cover. Take off the air filter housing and intake duct for better access to the alternator. Remove drive belt. Lift up and support the front of car on jackstands. Remove under-vehicle splash shield. Under vehicle, disconnect electrical connectors from alternator. Disconnecting alternator electrical connector and removing nut and
Battery Cable For a 1.5L engine, remove the alternator mounting bolts and nut, then remove the alternator from vehicle.Remove bolts and nut and remove alternator.If necessary for clearance, also remove stud. For 2.0L and 2.5L engines, remove lower alternator mounting bolt. Remove upper alternator mounting boll &nut from top of engine &remove alternator from vehicle,For all engines installation is reverse of removal..Tighten alternator bolts to specific torque. Check Charging system voltage to verify proper operation.