1996 Nissan Sentra The Alternator?

Tiny
THIERRY_06
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  • 1996 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 127,257 MILES
The factory alternator needs to be change. I have a pretty good idear of what to do but not to sure. What steps I need to take to change my alternator?
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 10:32 PM

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Tiny
BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Disconnect the 2 lead wires and connector from the alternator.
Loosen the drive belt adjusting bolt and remove the belt.
Unscrew the alternator attaching bolts and remove the alternator from the vehicle.

To install:

Install the alternator and retaining bolts loosely.
Install the belt and connect the wiring.
Adjust the belt as outlined in. Torque the retaining bolts to 25 ft. Lbs. (34 Nm).
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 10:41 PM

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