2001 Dodge Caravan Alternator

2001 DODGE CARAVAN
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MTYLOR
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2001 Dodge Caravan 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 145K miles

How do you change the alternator in a 2001 Dodge Caravan 3.3L? Is it difficult? Is it something I should attempt or leave to the professionals? Thank you.
Sep 20, 2008 at 12:12 PM
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Removal & Installation (3.3L )
Disconnect negative battery cable.
Disconnect field harness connector from generator. Remove B+ terminal nut and wire from generator. Raise and support vehicle.
Remove right front lower splash shield.
Remove accessory drive belt.
Remove lower engine oil dip stick mounting bolt, located near engine oil filter.
Remove harness from engine oil dip stick.
Remove 3 generator mounting bolts.
Lower vehicle. Remove engine oil dip stick tube from vehicle.
Roll and remove generator.
To install, reverse removal procedure.
good luck
Sep 20, 2008 at 12:37 PM
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