Alternator swap

35,000 MILES • 2.5L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RUSSMAN36
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Can you put an alternator from a 4 cylinder in a 6 cylinder car?
Sep 26, 2020 at 5:18 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

To answer your question, no. the 2 alternators are different in physical dimensions and design. You will have to put the V6 alternator in your car as a replacement. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any further questions on this issue. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Sep 26, 2020 at 6:01 AM
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