Changing an alternator

Tiny
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  • 1999 VOLVO S70
  • 5 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 920,000 MILES
Where is the last bolt for the alternator on 99 s70 volvo
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Saturday, January 22nd, 2011 AT 7:39 PM

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Tiny
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Here you go.
Generator (GEN)

Removal

Preparations

* Disconnect the battery negative lead.
* Detach the pipe from the control module box.
* Remove the auxiliaries belt according to Repacing the Auxiliaries Belt/Belt Tensioner, refer to Engine, Cooling and Exhaust - Engine - Drive Belts, mounts, Brackets and Accessories - Drive Belt - Service and Repair - Procedures. See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust Engine Drive Belt Service and Repair
* Remove power steering pump and place it on top the engine.
* To remove power steering pump refer to Steering and Suspension - Steering - Power Steering - Power Steering Pump - Service and Repair - Procedures See: Steering and Suspension Steering Power Steering Pump Service and Repair

Without A/C

* Remove the upper screw from the upper mounting
* Remove the lower screws
* Disconnect the warning lamp positive lead and the connector from the generator (GEN)
* Pull the generator (GEN) upwards/away

With A/C

* Remove the upper screw
* Remove the screws common to the generator (GEN) and compressor; the lower screws on the generator (GEN) and the upper screws on the compressor
* Raise car
* Slacken off the lower screws for the compressor (so that there is some clearance)
* Remove air baffle
* Lower car Disconnect the warning lamp positive lead and the connector from the generator (GEN)

Pull the generator (GEN) upwards/away

Installation

Without A/C

* Position the generator (GEN)
* Connect the warning lamp positive lead and connector
* Position the generator (GEN) and install the upper screw loosely
* Install the lower screws. Ensure the generator (GEN) is correctly positioned before tightening. Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
* Remove the screw and nut that run through the upper mounting. Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 ft lb)

With A/C

* Position the generator (GEN)
* Connect the warning lamp positive lead and connector
* Position the generator (GEN) and install the upper screw loosely
* Install the screws common to the generator (GEN) and compressor; the lower screws on the generator (GEN) and the upper screws on the compressor loosely
* Raise car
* Tighten the lower screws for the compressor
* Install air baffle
* Install the screws common to the generator (GEN) and compressor. Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
* Remove the screw and nut that run through the upper mounting. Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 ft lb)

Carry out the remaining operations in reverse order.
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Saturday, January 22nd, 2011 AT 7:47 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for your help but now having a problem getting the belt back on what a pain this car is
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Saturday, January 22nd, 2011 AT 10:57 PM
Tiny
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Your welcome do you need a belt diagram?
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2011 AT 1:28 AM
Tiny
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Yes please
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2011 AT 12:59 PM
Tiny
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There you go.
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2011 AT 9:38 PM

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