Hi,
The term Alternator is universal. No problem whatsoever using it.
As far as the alternator or the water pump, if the coolant drains and the engine overheats, that can damage the engine, but if it isn't leaking and there are no issues, it doesn't need replaced. Also, maybe the alert you got was referring to engines having a timing belt and not a chain.
Your engine has a timing chain that should last the life of the vehicle. A belt, on the other hand, usually comes a recommendation for replacement at 100K. Since many newer vehicles have a belt, often the timing belt runs the water pump, but that isn't the case with your vehicle.
As far as the alternator is concerned, no, don't replace it until it needs to be replaced. If it starts to fail, you will know because the battery will drain.
I hope this made sense. LOL In seven words, I could have answered. Don't fix it if it isn't broken.
Let me know if you have questions or if I can help in any way.
Take care,
joe
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Sunday, March 10th, 2024 AT 8:42 PM