Is the alternator on a 2003 Kia Optima on top or bottom

Tiny
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  • 2003 KIA OPTIMA
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I need to know if my alternator is on the top or bottom of my engine please.
Friday, December 4th, 2015 AT 6:11 AM

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Tiny
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The alternator is on the bottom. Here is a guide and the diagrams below so you can see how the job is done.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-alternator

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed. Cheers
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Friday, December 4th, 2015 AT 7:53 AM

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