Alternator Question
 

Hey,
I am new here, I am a Toyota Owner (please don't shoot me)
But my girlfriend has a 91' Nissan Maximum.

Her alternator recently died on her trip to the local Supermarket.

I was wondering.
Can I change the alternator myself in the parking lot there?
Is it hard?
Does anyone have a write-up on it with listed tools with size needed?

I tried searching but the search engine couldn't find anything.
Thanks for your help in advance!

RE: Alternator Question
 

Replacement is relatively easy and fast... has to be done from below, after takin batt cable & pass side mud shield out. Then loosen/siconnect the belt tightener and take out the 13mm attachment bolt.The regulator plastic connector may be jammed real tight, use lube spray and yank/pry open with small screwdriver after pushin 'in' the connector 'lock'

I guess u may drive 'home' - 30min if your batt is full, with NO headlights, AC, fan...

I took 'some' pics; see page 23, click link below. Do check/clean also all connectors p5, 10, 14

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/748507/23
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member...748507_384.jpg

RE: Alternator Question
 

Thanks,
I will take a look at it after the snow and ice melts around here.
Maybe even tow it with my 4Runner back to my place and get the work done there.

RE: Alternator Question
 

Note: IF there is no A/C, then theres lots space to take alt out from top just by openin the hood.

RE: Alternator Question
 

Don't worry about towing it back... I have changed alternators and radiators fans in parking lots before, it's not hard. Just kidding of course. If you can get it home, it will be less stressful.