2002 Expedition EB Alternator Replacement
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2002 Expedition EB Alternator Replacement
Greetings All,
I was planning to replace my alternator but not sure how to release tension off the serpentine belt. Is there a special tool required to relieve tensioner? Any thoughts on pitfalls to look out for???
Many Thanks,
geov
I was planning to replace my alternator but not sure how to release tension off the serpentine belt. Is there a special tool required to relieve tensioner? Any thoughts on pitfalls to look out for???
Many Thanks,
geov
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It is an easy job to do, you just need a long handled 1/2" ratchet or breaker bar.
Use a screwdriver to pry the belt back on and dont forget the breaker bar is still attached when your done and drive with it like I did.... luckily it stayed put!
Use a screwdriver to pry the belt back on and dont forget the breaker bar is still attached when your done and drive with it like I did.... luckily it stayed put!
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Thanks Folks.
I bought a reconditioned alternator from Pep Boys. For the tensioner tool, Pep Boys has a Tool Loaner program where you buy the tool and then return it. I did this with the tensioner tool and adapters. Worked well.
Good input on removing the tensioner wrench before starting the car.....I almost made that mistake even though I read not to do it in your note.
Total cost for refurb alternator after core exchange and returning the tensioner wrench was about $150 (including tax) and a couple of busted knuckles. Only down side is that now my drive belt sqweeks -- I figure some belt dressing will do the trick....
geov
I bought a reconditioned alternator from Pep Boys. For the tensioner tool, Pep Boys has a Tool Loaner program where you buy the tool and then return it. I did this with the tensioner tool and adapters. Worked well.
Good input on removing the tensioner wrench before starting the car.....I almost made that mistake even though I read not to do it in your note.
Total cost for refurb alternator after core exchange and returning the tensioner wrench was about $150 (including tax) and a couple of busted knuckles. Only down side is that now my drive belt sqweeks -- I figure some belt dressing will do the trick....
geov
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Belt is original with 88K miles on it. If I recall correctly, the owner's manual recommends changing it out at 60K or so. Visual inspection looked ok and it wasn't sqweeking before the alternator so I figured it was ok......
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Replace the belt. I had a great experience with 'dressing' a belt, instead of replacing it. Within 30 days, 40 miles from home, it snapped. Not worth it, at that many miles.
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Thanks for the information on releasing the belt tensioner. Just did the alternator yesterday. It was the first time I've taken off the belt and I was a bit stumped at first but the forums came through for me. I used a breaker bar that Auto Zone has for just this purpose (purchase with them knowing you'll return).
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