MY Alternator is going out.

2005 CHEVROLET COBALT
92,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KRISTA NORQUIST
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I need to know how to change the Alternator on my own. Wondering if you have a diagram showing the placement of the alternator??
Jun 26, 2009 at 11:36 AM
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Hello,

You should start by disconnecting the battery. Here is a guide to give you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-alternator

Here is what it will be like on your car (below)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
Jan 17, 2018 at 3:32 PM
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