To remove the Alternator for testing off the truck or for replacing the Alternator you only need to push down the spring tension and slip the belt aside. You can get free scans at Autozone, Advance, and Oreilys for the charging system. I tried hooking a battery with jumper cables to start it and the other new battery acted as if it was drained. They usually can check your charging system for free. When and if you install a new battery watch your charging gauge more frequently. I replaced it again and bam! It should be putting out at least 13 volts back to the battery to keep it charged - if it is putting less than 13 volts or more than 16 volts, replace the alternator.
It should be tight and not slipping. Rotate the belt tensioner pulley to release the belt tension. Maybe they can do an intense exam of the car. Remove the engine wiring harness terminal from the alternator stud. The Malibu does not have any fuel filters it only has a strainer on the fuel pump itself.
Remove the air cleaner resonator. If the battery goes flat after this, there can only be three things wrong. We here at Auto Parts Warehouse want to make sure you're happy with your car part purchases. Remove the bolt holding the alternator at the 4:00 o'clock position Remove the nut at the right rear side of the alternator … Remove the bolt at the next to it nearer you. Unplug the electrical connector from the alternator. Once the belt is in position you just release the tension on the Tensioner and it will self-adjust.
If it won't stay charged and is more than 3 years old,it may be a somewhat rare early battery failure. If not charging check for blown alternator fuse before you blame it on. If neither of the above is the problem, fully charge the battery with a battery charger so you can drive it for a while. Sep 19, 2011 It may just be the battery. I tested the alternator and it is working fine under load.
Your car might die, but you may be able to restart it with a jump start. I took a closer look at the battery today, and realized that it's the original battery to the car. Don't drive it without charging or you may get stranded. I think the length of the fuse should be about 1 inch to about 1. Also, check the tension of your belts to make sure the alternator is spinning while the engine runs. Use a ratchet with a ratchet extension, universal joint and deep well socket to reach the mounting nut. Thanks for your reply, if you thing there may be something else I should check out or anything be sure to let me know! Don't let the battery run all the way down either or it may ruin it.
You also have to replace the O-ring on the cap. If you still can't see it. A 14 gauge wire is small than … 12 gauge Make sure you use stranded insulated wire that is meant for cars and that you use the mechanical connectors with insulation built onto them usually blue that you attach to the wire by using a crimping tool. Well first off you do know it looks like a typical wire right?? Have parts delivered straight to your home, or find the nearest Advance Auto Parts store to check out our Alternator stock in-person! Have you performed a load test on the battery? I guess what I'm wondering is, do you think this is a battery problem or something more? Have you tried to charge the battery? The cap twists off with the oil filter still attached, but it easily pops off. Oct 04, 2015 Sounds like you have a toasted battery or alternator.
All bolts have 15mm heads, but you're going to need a deep well socket to get the nut off. The lights worked and everything electrical worked before I attempted to start the engine. It depends on what model you have, but most are the same. Install the two top alternator mounting bolts and the front bolt if you have a 2. Look over all pulleys and double check that the belt is aligned on every pulley correctly. Yet another recall and another reason for some joe-smo to get in and mess. My battery was tested and recharged the condition was very good and after trying to start my car, the battery acts as it it is drained.
Drove car on highway for about 20 miles. Just go ahead and call the phone number at the top of the page and a friendly specialist will help you out. Put the new battery in or charge your old one, and check the voltage across the battery terminals with it running. Both provide exceptional performance and exact fit. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the alternator. The fuel pump is in the gas tank.