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specific r&r sequence for replacement of alternator. top down? bottom up? items to be removed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-9fVRJg…
Here are the steps for alternator replacement of BMW X5 Remove the drain plug on the driver’s side bottom of the radiatorDrain the coolant and remove the coolant hosesLoose the belt tensionerUnhook the battery +/- connectionsUnbolt and remove old alternatorTake the wires off the new alternatorClean area where alternator goes, bolt the new alternator insideReattach coolant hoses and refill system with coolant Put the intake tube and duct back on.
For those who are changing alternator, it is not necessary to remove radiator as most DIY videos will instruct. It is a tight fit, but simply put cardboard protection against your radiator and you can wedge alternator up and out with no damage. It is a tight squeeze, but you can pull it out an put new one in without the extra wasted time pulling radiator out. I always look for short cuts on my vehicles when it comes to repairs.
