2004 Mazda 6 Alternator

2004 MAZDA 6
75,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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My alternator recently went out and the shop wants a lot to fix it. Money I do not have right now. I have changed them on many different cars but never on a Mazda. Can you please tell me the best way that this can be done on an 04 mazda6

thanks a lot

brian
Sep 23, 2010 at 4:11 PM
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GENERATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION WARNING: When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with generator terminal B generates sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. Always disconnect the battery before performing the following operation. CAUTION: The generator can be damaged by the heat from the exhaust manifold. Make sure the generator duct and the generator heat insulator are installed securely. (L3 engine model) Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the under cover. Remove the drive belt. Remove the TWC (RH) and the front pipe.


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Remove in the order indicated in the table. Install in the reverse order of removal. https://www.2carpros.com/kpages/auto_repair_manuals_alldata.htm
Sep 23, 2010 at 9:42 PM
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