1993 Honda Accord Logo
Posted on Nov 17, 2009
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

How difficult is it to replace the altenator on a 1993 Honda accord? I was told I might have to remove the axle to get at it.

Answer This Question

2 Answers

Anonymous

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points
Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.
All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

  • Master 5,081 Answers
  • Posted on Nov 17, 2009
Anonymous
Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points
Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.
All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Joined: Jul 03, 2009
Answers
5081
Questions
3
Helped
2236462
Points
18738

The alternator is generally mounted low on the engine on the firewall side. This makes access very awkward. The work must be done both over-the-fender and from below, depending on your agility and reach. Whenever the work is to be performed from below, the vehicle must be safely supported on jackstands. If only the front is supported, the parking brake must be applied and the rear wheels firmly blocked. Once elevated, the gravel or splash shield must be removed from under the engine.

  1. With the ignition OFF, disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the power steering pump. Refer to Suspension & Steering for the complete procedure.
  3. Remove the cruise control actuator but do not disconnect the actuator cable; simply move the unit out of the way with the cable attached.
  4. Unplug the multi-pin electrical connector.
  5. Remove the terminal nut and remove the wire from the terminal.
  6. Loosen the adjusting bolt; remove the alternator nut.
  7. Remove the belt from the alternator pulley.
  8. Remove the adjusting bolt, the lower through-bolt and the small support stay.
  9. Support the alternator. Remove the upper through-bolt and remove the alternator.
  10. If desired, remove the alternator mounting brackets.

To install:

  1. If the alternator brackets were removed, reinstall them. Coat the bolts with a thread sealer or liquid thread lock. Install the bracket bolts and tighten them to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
  2. Fit the alternator into place. Install the upper through-bolt and tighten it to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm).
  3. Install the small stay, the lower through-bolt and the adjusting bolt. Make certain the adjusting bolt is properly installed.
  4. Install the belt. Install the alternator nut. Adjust the belt tension. Tighten the alternator nut to 19 ft. lbs. (26 Nm).
  5. Connect the wire to the terminal and tighten the nut.
  6. Engage the multi-pin connector to the alternator.
  7. Install the cruise control actuator.
  8. Install the power steering pump.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable.

It shouldn't be too dificult, but unless you have mechanic experience, you should definitely get a repair manual. Personally, I think the Haynes brand is the best- they have great descriptions, with very good photos.

jz auto

Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Sergeant:

An expert that has over 500 points.
Champion:

An expert who has answered 200 questions.

  • Expert 202 Answers
  • Posted on Nov 17, 2009
jz auto
Expert
Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points
MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.
Sergeant:

An expert that has over 500 points.
Champion:

An expert who has answered 200 questions.

Joined: Oct 29, 2009
Answers
202
Questions
0
Helped
104454
Points
662
Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

My 1993 honda accord goes into gear but when i pull the clutch out and give it gas it wont move
you pulled the transaxle and replace the clutch disc, pressure plate and throwout bearing< really?
the first thing, for all hydr. clutch actuators is to test it with 2 persons.
you depress clutch
and person two ganders at the clutch lever into bell housing. of trans-axle. then sees if it moves 3/.4 to 1 inch. if not , the MC or slave
clutch actuator is bad. replace it.
is the clutch MC reseviour. low? or empty
Read full answer
Mar 02, 2014 • 1993 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

Center axle nut will not come off of my 1993 accord
I've had to use a monkey wrench on a socket, with a large, three foot long piece of steel pipe as a breaker bar, to remove some of those stuck Accord axle nuts.
Read full answer
Mar 18, 2012 • 1993 Honda Accord
0answers

I lost the under the dash removable anti start chip to my 1993 honda accord
Read full answer
Be the first to answer Feb 21, 2012 • 1993 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

I have a 1993 Honda Accord, when turning the steering wheel it makes a clicking noise. Is there anything inside the steering column that can cause this and can I fix it myself?
What you hear is most likely a front axle that needs to be replaced. This is caused by a tear in the axle boot behind the wheel, which allows contaminates (sand, grit, small debris, water) to enter, which results in failure of the bearings, and the 'clicking' noise you hear. Changing the axle is a big job. I would recommend you consult a manual to see what is involved, as it's quite extensive.
To confirm my diagnosis, jack up the car, support with safety stands to allow you to safely crawl under it to inspect the boots of both axles. I am quite sure you will find tears or splits. Evidence of grease around the area is also an indicator that the boot is damaged, and axle grease is escaping. Let me know if you have any other questions. Curt
Read full answer
Sep 28, 2010 • 1993 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

Difficulty to crank engine, battery was changed, yet it still seems to have low energy to turn engine. It takes a few tries to finally have the engine going.
Try getting the Altenator tested? Put two in my 92 honda accord already.
Read full answer
May 11, 2010 • 1993 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

Cv joint replacement giude on my 97 honda accord
to replace the cv shaft on a honda is real easy, remove the tire,remove the lower ball joint cotter pin and nut, remove the bolt that holds the strut to the lower control arm, remove the axle nut in the center of the hub. seperate the lower ball joint from the hub. pull out on the hud a little bit and tap the axle through the hub. tie the hub out of your way so you can work. place a pry bar between the axle and the trany and give it a good snap out, remove the old axle, when installing place the new axle in the transmission and hit the end of it with a dead blow hammer to make sure it seats, then put the axle through strut fork and into the hub reinstall all bolts and tighten. hope this helps good luck. this should only take about 45 min
Read full answer
Nov 26, 2009 • 1997 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

1993 Honda Accord No Heat/Defrost
You will have to drain the radiator. Drain at bottom.
Then, follow the top radiator hose back to where it connects to the engine.
The part with the two bolts in it that the hose connects to is the thermostat housing.
You may have to remove the hose in order to remove the housing.
When you have removed the housing, note the position of the thermostat before you remove it.
When installing, use new gasket, etc.
(you might be able to get away with not removing the radiator hose, but it is recommended)
Be prepared for a bit of spillage when you remove the housing.
Read full answer
Oct 15, 2009 • 1993 Honda Accord
1helpful
2answers

Scraping noise
Have your brakes checked. It seems like your brake pads are extremely low.
Read full answer
Apr 01, 2009 • 1993 Honda Accord
0helpful
1answer

Replacing the front wheel bearings of a Honda Accord 1993 SE
yes you need a press to remove the bearing and hub , you can use the same hub as long as where the hub goes into the bearing is not scored in any way . the knuckle would have to be taken off and sent to a machine shop if you done have a press. and you should also use caution when putting the nut back on thr axle.
Read full answer
Feb 11, 2009 • 1993 Honda Accord
8helpful
1answer

93 honda accord rotors
Your Accord has what is called "Trapped Rotors". They actually fit behind the hub. The procedure to remove them is not complicated, but it is time consuming.
Here is how I do it:
1) Remove axle retaining nut.
2) Remove brake caliper and bracket.
3) Remove lower ball joint retaining nut and use pickle fork to loosen spindle from lower ball joint.
4) Remove axle from hub.
5) On the back of the spindle, remove four bolts that attach hub/bearing to spindle.
6) Use slide hammer to remove rotor/hub assembly.
7) Remove 4 bolts attaching rotor to hub.
8) While it is a snug fit, the hub bearing does slide through center of rotor to remove it.
Installation is in reverse order.
A bad bearing usually makes a growling noise while driving.
Read full answer
Jun 06, 2008 • 1993 Honda Accord
Not finding what you are looking for?

View Most Popular

1993 Accord

  • Cars & Trucks

Related Question

My 1993 honda accord goes into gear but when i pull the clutch out and give it gas it wont move

  • 1993 Honda Accord

Related Topics

142 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Popular Questions

Honda radio says ERROR E

2004 Honda Accord

1996 Honda Accord Timing Belt Installation. I need help.

1996 Honda Accord

What does the B1 warning light on Honda Accord

2007 Honda Accord Sedan

2005 Honda accord radio code

2005 Honda Accord

The yellow triangle with an exclamation point is

2004 Honda Accord

Check Out the Latest Top Trucks Report!
Check Out the Latest Top Trucks Report!

View all Fixya Reports

Top Honda Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Thomas Perkins
Thomas Perkins

Level 3 Expert

15088 Answers

john h

Level 3 Expert

29494 Answers

Are you a Honda Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...