I have a 1998 Ford Taurus SE Comfort Station Wagon that needs a new Alternator. I know nothing about cars but am very good at following directions. Is there a website (maybe w/ pictures) that can give me step by step instructions on how to change out an Alternator. Also what tools would I need?
The engine type is: 3.0L V6 PFI 24V.Change a 1998 FORD TAURUS WAGON Alternator?
Here is a step by step insructions for this job, as far as tools you will need a set of metric wrenches, 3/8 %26amp; 1/4 in drive socket set, a jack and jack stands, lug wrench and other basic tools such as pliers and screwdrivers. I would like to give you some advice, unless you work on cars quite frequently have a mechanic install your alternator, the 24v Taurus is kind of tough to put an alternator on.
Disconnect the battery cable.
Remove the accessory drive belt from the generator pulley.
Remove the power steering line bracket and heater hose support bracket from the generator.
Remove the upper generator bolts.
Partially raise the vehicle on a hoist.
Remove the right front wheel.
Remove the lower fender splash shield retainers and position the shield out of the way.
Remove the generator splash shield.
Raise the vehicle.
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the battery cable from the generator.
Position an adjustable stand to the subframe.
Remove the right subframe bolts.
Remove the lower generator bolts.
Lower the subframe to provide clearance.
Remove the generator.
Installation
Note: Do not tighten the lower bolt.
Install the generator and the lower bolt.
Raise the subframe and install the subframe bolts. Tighten the bolts to 90 Nm. ( 66 lb ft. ) .
Remove the adjustable stand.
4 Lower the vehicle.
Install the upper generator bolts and tighten them to 25 Nm. ( 18lb ft. ) .
Install the power steering link bracket and the heater hose support bracket. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm. ( 15 lb ft. ) .
Install the accessory drive belt.
Partially raise vehicle.
Tighten the lower generator bolt to 25 Nm. ( 18lb ft. ) .
Connect the generator electrical connector.
Install the battery positive B+ cable and nut. Tight the cable nut to 10 Nm. ( 89 lb in. ) .
Install the generator splash shield.
Install the fender splash shield and the retainer.
Install the right front wheel.
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.Change a 1998 FORD TAURUS WAGON Alternator?
You need to go to the auto parts store and buy a Hanes manual for your car. It will have step by step instructions and pics to help you. You would need just basic hand tools, prob metric.Change a 1998 FORD TAURUS WAGON Alternator?
The alt.on your car should be no more than 1 hr labor plus the part.A rebuilt alt should cost no more than 250$.900$ is outragous.check around get a better price.
