1996 Saturn SW1 - Changing the Alternator

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#3997581 - 10/01/09 09:19 AM 1996 Saturn SW1 - Changing the Alternator
LoneStarSon® TFF Guru Registered: 03/19/08 Posts: 12015 Loc: Between here and there	The last couple of days, the belt is squealing and it seems as if my battery isn't recharging like it should on my car. I'm thinking it's the alternator...The car has 150,000 miles and it's been about 70,000 miles since the belt was changed... Anyone know how difficult it is to change the alternator? I believe I'll need to remove the front right side tire to get to it...Anything else I need to know? _________________________ I would like to thank every person who has ever served in the United States Armed Forces. It is because of the sacrifices y'all have made that we are able to enjoy our freedom.
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#3998306 - 10/01/09 12:07 PM Re: 1996 Saturn SW1 - Changing the Alternator [Re: LoneStarSon®]
daveblank TFF Team Angler Registered: 10/30/04 Posts: 3682 Loc: dallas	The alternator might not be charging simply due to the slipping belt. You need to get that taken care of before you start throwing parts at it. _________________________ http://www.matcotools.com/daveblankenship/ franchise opportunities available. call me if interisted www.anglersedgetackle.com
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#4001168 - 10/01/09 11:14 PM Re: 1996 Saturn SW1 - Changing the Alternator [Re: daveblank]
big_country1488 Angler Registered: 01/28/08 Posts: 349 Loc: Porter, TX	Originally Posted By: daveblank The alternator might not be charging simply due to the slipping belt. You need to get that taken care of before you start throwing parts at it. +1 dont waste money and time on the alternator when the belt is the most likely problem.
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#4001511 - 10/02/09 07:14 AM Re: 1996 Saturn SW1 - Changing the Alternator [Re: big_country1488]
fool4fishing TFF Celebrity Registered: 05/04/05 Posts: 8328 Loc: Copperas Cove, Tx	Could it be that the idler pulley directly behind the motor mount may be causing the squeaking? worth checking. _________________________ F4FLIFE'S TOO SHORT TO FISH ONLY ON WEEKENDS!
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