Removing alternator

Tiny
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  • 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING
  • 2.5L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 190,000 MILES
I have the car listed above LXI coupe. I am trying to find a way to remove my alternator so I can change it out.
Tuesday, July 17th, 2018 AT 8:24 AM

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Tiny
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Are you having a specific problem or would instructions just do the trick?
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right side under cover.
3. Remove the speed control vacuum reservoir and related components as required for alternator access.
4. Remove the power steering pump cover.
5. Remove the A/C compressor drive belt.
6. Remove the alternator/power steering pump drive belt.
7. Remove the intake manifold plenum.
8. Remove the upper alternator bracket.
9. Remove the intake manifold plenum stay.
10. Detach the electrical connections at the alternator.
11. Unfasten the upper and lower bolts and remove the alternator. Be very careful not to damage neighboring components while removing the alternator.

Fig. 4: Alternator assembly installation †2.5L engine (VIN N)

To install:

12. Connect the wiring to the alternator.
13. Place the alternator on its lower bracket and install the upper and lower bolts finger-tight.
14. Install the upper alternator bracket.
15. Install the alternator/power steering pump belt, making sure it is properly seated.
16. Adjust the drive belt to the correct tension using the belt adjuster, then tighten the upper mounting bolt to 16 ft. Lbs. (22 Nm) and the lower mounting bolt to 30 ft. Lbs. (41 Nm).
17. Install the intake manifold plenum.
18. Install the intake manifold plenum stay.
19. Install the A/C compressor drive belt.
20. Install the power steering pump cover.
21. Connect the negative battery cable.
22. Check the charging system operation.
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Tuesday, July 17th, 2018 AT 11:01 AM

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