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get a repair book at a pepboys or other auto store. The book will help you with a lot of questions including your alternator question. the book runs about 15-20 dollars. it's a good investment
Remove the neg. {black} battery cable.
Disconect the two sets of wires from the alternator {one is bolted onto a post, the other is a plug}.
Remove the tension on the belt buy moving the tensioner with a wrench or the special tool. {the tensioner is a pulley on a spring loaded arm bolted to the block, refer to the belt routing sticker under the hood}
Remove the three or four bolts that mount the alternetor and remove it.
The install is the reverse of removal, the belt tension is self adjusting.
Make sure the battery is charged.
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Does a 1997 Sunfire have a voltage regulator and where?
A 1997 Pontiac Sunfire would have a voltage regulator and it would be found inside the alternator.
Is it necessary to replace a year-old battery when the alternator is replaced on a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?
No way, only if the battery fails under a load test
How do you replace voltage regulator on 1997 sunfire 2.4?
you have to replace the whole alternator. It is built in and not external.
Where is the location of the coolant temperature sensor for the cooling fans on a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?
On my 99 sunfire it is directly to the back/side of the alternator; very easy to spot
How do you remove a belt tensioner for a 1997 Pontiac sunfire?
Remove the serpentine belt. Tensioner is below Alternator. Remove the three mounting bolts on the tensioner baracket assembly. Replace entire unit.
How do you replace a rear passenger window glass on a 1997 Pontiac sunfire?
Sure wish there was an answer to this one.
How do you know when thermostat is bad in 1997 Pontiac sunfire?
how do you know when thermostat is bad in 19997 Pontiac sunfire
What parts are needed to replace the rear drum brakes on a 1997 Pontiac sunfire?
The only part that is needed to replace your 1997 Pontiac rear brakes is a break assembly kit. The brake assembly kit will have everything you need.
How do you change the tag light bulb in a 1997 Pontiac sunfire?
You must first remove the trunk door facia. (This is the part with the "Pontiac" lights in it.) Then you can get to the bulb to replace it.
Headlight adjusting screw on 1997 Pontiac?
where the headlight's adjustments screws for a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire are located
Where is the Transmission dipstick for a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?
there is not one
Does an 1997 Pontiac Sunfire have and AC filter?
A 1997 Pontiac Sunfire has an AC Filter located in the cabin. The filter can be found behind the glove compartment and is used replaceable.
