1994 Acura Integra Alternator replacement

1994 ACURA INTEGRA
115,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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PHILKOWALSKE
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I have a 1994 Acura Integra RS. I need to replace the alternator. How do I replace the alternator myself and save about $300?
Aug 10, 2010 at 5:22 PM
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On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.

On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures.
Disconnect alternator connector from alternator, then remove white wire from top alternator terminal.
Loosen alternator adjusting nut to slacken drive belt, then remove mounting nut and slip drivebelt off alternator pulley.
Remove lower mounting bolt, then lift alternator upward and remove lower and upper mounting bracket bolts and mounting brackets.
Remove adjusting nut and upper mounting bolt, then lift alternator from vehicle.
Reverse procedure to install, do not tighten adjusting nut until proper alternator belt tension is obtained.
On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures.
On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.
Aug 10, 2010 at 5:28 PM