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2003 Mercedes Benz 500sl Alternator install

Tiny
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  • 2003 MERCEDES BENZ 500SL
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How long will it take to replace an alternator in a 2003 Mercedes SL500. The replacement is OEM Bosch equipment/ Is it necessary to remove the radiator? The voltage in the battery shows 12.5 volts when the car is not running. When I test the battery with the car running there is no change in the voltage so I am assuming that the alternator needs to be replaced. Thanks. Ted
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Thursday, September 12th, 2013 AT 10:24 AM

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Tiny
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The flat rate time is 1.5 hours
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Thursday, September 12th, 2013 AT 11:30 AM
Tiny
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Thanks. I was quoted $370 for the job (labor) and their rate is $132/hour. Their flat rate time must be 2.8 hours. Ted
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