Want to install alternator. will i damange anything if i remove the 3 to 4 bolts holding the alternator . is there anything to do with the belt on the alternator is the belt hard to get back on

The alternator is self grounded when installed. There is no ground wire
Remove the 3 bolts holding it on
unplug the wires remove belt from pully
install new do not tighten yet
put belt back on pully and pull alt till belt is tight hold there and tighten bolts
plug in elect wires
test
MDS

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
3. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
4. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
9. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
10. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
11. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
12. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
13. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
16. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
17. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
18. Remove the alternator.
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown
    
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown
    
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.4L and 2.7L engine
    

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
   
   
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
   
   
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
   
   
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
    
    
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.

Hi there, you did not specify the type of engine you use so here are possible guides for varying enginge types:

2.4L Engine
To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the intake air temperature sensor and remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the EVAP purge solenoid and move it out of the way.
4. Disconnect the wiring from the alternator.
5. Remove the accessory drive belt from the alternator.
6. Remove the alternator.

To Install:

1. Install the alternator.
2. Install the accessory drive belt
3. Connect the wiring to the alternator.
4. Install the EVAP purge solenoid in the bracket.
5. Install the air cleaner and duct, then connect the intake air temperature sensor.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.3L & 3.8L Engines
To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the wiring from the alternator.
3. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
4. Remove the right front tire and lower splash shield.
5. Remove accessory drive belt.
6. Remove the lower engine oil dipstick tube bolt, then remove the wiring harness from the dipstick tube.
7. Remove the 3 mounting bolts.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Remove engine oil dipstick tube.
10. Roll and carefully remove the alternator from vehicle.

To Install:

1. Place the alternator into position on the engine.
2. Install upper mounting bolts to hold the alternator in place.
3. Lubricate the o-ring with engine oil and install the dipstick tube.
4. Install the upper dipstick tube bolt.
5. Connect the wiring to the alternator.
6. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
7. Install the alternator lower mounting bolt and tighten.
8. Install the lower oil dip stick tube bolt.
9. Install the accessory drive belt.
10. Install the right front splash shield and tire.
11. Lower vehicle.
12. Install the wiring harness at the dipstick tube
13. Connect the negative battery cable.

Hope these help.

You would begin by first removing the negative terminal of the battery. Then tuck the terminal in some area, so it won't flip back.
2. Unplug the alternator electrical connector, and remove the wire bolted to it.
3. Locate the adjuster bolt and nut, loosen both of them to the bearest minimum position, and push sideways to slacken the alternator belt. Slide belt off the pulleys, and take it out.
4. Locate the alternator pivot bolt, and loosen it and remove it.
5. Loosen the upper holding bolt of the alternator, and remove that as well.
6. Gently take out the alternator.
7. The alternator could be exchanged for a rebuilt one at any autoparts store.
**Important: Battery must be fully charged before installing a new alternator.
8. Reverse this procedure to install the new alternator belt.

1. Write down the code of your radio if it has anti-theft device.
2. Open the engine compartment.
3. Remove the negative terminal of the battery.
4. Remove the alternator electrical plug or connection.
5.Loosen the alternator 2-holding bolts, and lock bolt from the adjuster bracket.
6. Remove the alternator belt.
7. Remove the 2-holding bolts, plus the lock bolt adjuster, and take out the alternator.
8. Installation is reverse of removal. (make sure to charge the battery fully before re-installing new alternator-to avoid electrical malfunction).

2000 Ford Truck Expedition 4WD 4.6L EFI 8cyl

Alternator - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

4.2L Engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect 2 alternator and voltage regulator electrical harness connectors at the alternator. To disconnect push-on type terminals, depress the lock tab and pull straight off.
3. Remove the positive battery cable nut and remove the positive battery cable at the alternator.
4. Rotate the drive belt tensioner away from the drive belt and remove the drive belt from the alternator pulley.
5. Remove 3 alternator retaining bolts and remove the alternator.

To install:

1. Place the alternator on the engine and install 3 alternator retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 18-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm).
2. Rotate the drive belt tensioner away from the drive belt and install the drive belt on the alternator pulley.
3. Connect 2 alternator and voltage regulator electrical harness connectors.
4. Connect the positive battery cable to the alternator and install the nut and washer. Tighten the nut to 84 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Start the engine and check for proper charging system operation.

4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L Engines



Fig. 1 Detach the connectors from the alternator



Fig. 2 Remove the nut and the battery cable from the post on the rear of the alternator



Fig. 3 Remove the 2 front alternator mounting bolts and ...



Fig. 4 Remove the alternator from the engine by carefully lifting it up and...



Fig. 5 ... out of the engine compartment

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Rotate the drive belt tensioner away from the drive belt and remove the drive belt from the alternator pulley.
3. Detach the electrical harness connectors at the alternator assembly.
4. Disconnect the positive battery cable and remove the nut and washer.
5. Remove 2 front alternator bolts.
6. Remove the rear alternator support bracket retaining bolts and the support bracket.
7. Remove the alternator from the vehicle.

To install:

1. Place the alternator in position and loosely install 2 front alternator retaining bolts.
2. Install the alternator bracket and 3 alternator bracket bolts. Tighten to 84 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
3. Tighten 2 front alternator retaining bolts to 19 ft. lbs. (26 Nm).
4. Connect 2 electrical harness connectors to the alternator assembly.
5. Connect the positive battery cable and install the nut and washer. Tighten the nut to 72 inch lbs. (8 Nm).
6. Rotate the drive belt tensioner away from the drive belt and install the drive belt on the alternator pulley.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
8. Start the engine and check for proper charging system operation.

5.8L and 7.5L Gasoline Engines and 7.3L Diesel Engine

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Label and detach the connectors from the alternator.
3. Release the tensioner and remove the drive belt from the alternator pulley.
4. Remove the alternator retaining bolts.
5. Remove the alternator from the vehicle.

To install:

1. Position the alternator and install the retaining bolts. Tighten the retaining bolts to 15-21 ft. lbs. (21-29 Nm).
2. Install the drive belt.
3. Attach the alternator connectors.
4. Connect the battery ground cable.

I really hope help you with this (remember rated this help) Good luck.

Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
4. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
9. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
10. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
11. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
12. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
13. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
16. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
17. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
18. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
19. Remove the alternator.
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown
    
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown
    
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.4L and 2.7L engine
    

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
   
   
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
   
   
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
   
   
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
    
    
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.

Removal & Installation

3.0L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   Negative battery cable Wiper module Accessory drive belt Alternator mounting bolts Alternator harness connectors Alternator
   

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   Alternator Alternator harness connectors Alternator mounting bolts. Tighten the bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm). Accessory drive belt Wiper module Negative battery cable
   
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Fig. Fig. 1: The large positive lead connection is protected by a rubber boot


Fig. Fig. 2: Make sure the alternator ground wire is also removed

Fig. Fig. 3: Remove the lower adjustment bolt ...


Fig. Fig. 4: ... followed by the upper pivot bolt. Make sure you support the alternator


Fig. Fig. 5: Using a C-clamp to push in the pivot bushing will make installation easier

1995-98 Models

1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove the splash guard on the right side of the vehicle.
3. Loosen the alternator belt idler pulley.
4. Slip the drive belt off the alternator pulley.
5. Remove the four air conditioning compressor mounting bolts.
6. Remove the radiator fan and fan shroud.
7. Move the air conditioning compressor forward.
8. Disconnect the alternator harness connector.
9. Remove the alternator mounting bolts, and lower the alternator from the vehicle.

To install:

1. Hold the alternator in place and install the mounting bolts.
2. Plug in the alternator harness connector.
3. Move the air conditioning compressor back into location.
4. Install the radiator cooling fan and shroud.
5. Install the air conditioning compressor mounting bolts.
6. Place the drive belt on the alternator pulley.
7. Tighten the drive belt to the proper tension with the idler pulley.
8. Install the splash guard.
9. Connect the negative battery terminal.

Here's step-by-step instructions on how to access, remove and re-install your alternator. Hope it helps! Have a great day!

Alternator Kia_Sephia_Rio_Spectra_Optima_1998-2006

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
4. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
9. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
10. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
11. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
12. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
13. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
16. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
17. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
18. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
19. Remove the alternator. Alternator mounting—1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown Alternator mounting—2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown Alternator mounting—2.4L and 2.7L engine

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.