How to Replace an Alternator - 99-04 New Edge Mustang GT 4.6L SOHC

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This video shows the easiest order of steps to replace the alternator in a 2004 Ford Mustang GT with the 4.6L SOHC configuration. The steps might be slightly different for V6 and 4-Valve DOHC New Edge Mustangs. The V6 Mustangs don't have brackets over the alternator and only have 2 bolts holding the alternator in place. For 4-Valves, you will have to remove the bracket entirely. The other thing to note is that they both have different belt routing patterns, but that should really be a problem, just don't take the belt all the way off. All other steps are pretty close if not exactly the same. I have seen many other methods and steps taken to replace the alternator that involve the unnecessary removal of hoses and brackets or not properly using the belt tensioner pulley. This video shows the easy way. The replacement alternator is an upgraded PA Performance 130 Amp alternator.
For all these steps in writing with pictures, here's an article I wrote:
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Here's the guide I wish I had when I was purchasing my replacement alternator: notacarguy.life/alternator-bu...
If you need a good belt diagram for this car:
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0:00 - Start
0:07 - Step 1: Disconnect the battery
0:44 - Step 2: Remove serpentine/drive belt from alternator
1:25 - Step 3: Remove 2 front bolts from alternator bracket
1:43 - Step 4: Remove 2 bolts at the bottom of alternator
2:00 - Step 5: Remove positive electrical connection from alternator
2:23 - Step 6: Disconnect electrical harness from alternator
2:48 - Step 7: Put new alternator in place and install bottom 2 bolts
3:11 - Step 8: Fasten 2 top bolts on alternator bracket
3:30 - Step 9: Reconnect electrical connection to alternator
3:53 - Step 10: Put serpentine/drive belt back on
4:24 - Step 11: Reconnect battery

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@notacarguy_ 3 года назад

I changed the alternator because my car threw the OBD code P0340 which is said to be a bad cam sensor, but after researching this code for New Edge Mustangs, it is often the alternator. After doing a few diagnostic measurements (battery voltage unloaded and loaded), it appeared to be an alternator issue. However, about 3 months later, I did have to replace the battery. If the alternator is failing, it's not a bad idea to replace the battery along with it as they work in tandem.

@Chrissurfs Год назад

Hello and thank you. Im right now having the same issues. What alternator did you buy ?

@notacarguy_ Год назад

@@Chrissurfs I bought the PA Performance 130A alternator. I probably wouldn't go under 130A and after all the research I've done, PA Performance seems to be the best. After a year, the only issue I had was a dead battery, which is normal with a bad alternator. After I replaced it, it's been going strong.

@Chrissurfs Год назад

@@notacarguy_ thank you :) Let me check if I can have it shipped here.

@ninja_tony 2 года назад

This is awesome man. I have always loved cars but don't know the first thing about the mechanical side of things. My alternator went out recently, and thanks to your video, I was able to do it myself in a matter of minutes. And while I'm sure it probably saved me a decent amount of money, I'm even happier about the fact that I could do it on my own. It's probably a fairly simple thing to most car guys out there, but to me it was a huge victory. Thanks again!

@notacarguy_ 2 года назад

That's awesome to hear! It makes things a lot less scary when something goes wrong when you're familiar with what's under the hood.