98 mercury mystique alternator

1998 MERCURY MYSTIQUE
145,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LADYMILKS
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my alternator shakes a lot which caused my belt to slip off how can i fix the shake?
Nov 29, 2010 at 11:53 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Should not be shaken at all
check mount and bolts for the alternator
check and suspect tensioner pulley
Nov 30, 2010 at 12:04 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Look for loose or missing mounting bolts.

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Nov 30, 2010 at 12:05 AM
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LADYMILKS
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thanks :)
Nov 30, 2010 at 12:13 AM
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