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1999 Volvo S70 Repair Question


Topics covered: Steering, Engine, Power steering.
Mileage: 920,000 miles.

Asked on January 22, 2011

Changing an alternator

Where is the last bolt for the alternator on 99 s70 volvo
Avatar Asked by cltc072

Answer

Replied on January 22, 2011

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.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on January 22, 2011

thank you for your help but now having a problem getting the belt back on what a pain this car is

Tiny Response from cltc072
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Replied on January 23, 2011

Your welcome do you need a belt diagram?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on January 23, 2011

yes please

Tiny Response from cltc072
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Replied on January 23, 2011

There you go.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
23,163 answers provided