How to Replace Alternator 00-01 Ford Taurus
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 50 min · Ford Taurus
Replace the alternator on a 2000-2001 Ford Taurus.
Tools you will need
- Ratchet
- 8mm wrench
- 10mm socket
- 13mm socket
- 15mm wrench
- Slip-joint pliers
- Drain pan
- Flat blade screwdriver
Parts and supplies
- Alternator
Steps
- Disconnect the battery
Disconnect the negative cable with an 8mm wrench.
- Release the serpentine belt
Note the routing diagram, then use a 15mm wrench on the tensioner to relieve tension and remove the belt.
- Remove the old alternator
Unplug its wiring harness, remove the small nut securing the lead, remove its 13mm and 15mm mounting bolts, and if needed move the radiator reservoir bottle aside by removing its two 10mm bolts and disconnecting its three hoses with pliers (with a catch pan ready), then finish unbolting the alternator and pry it out.
- Install the new alternator
Work it into place and bolt in the 13mm and 15mm fasteners, plug in the wiring harness, reassemble the reservoir bottle if it was moved, tighten its 10mm nut, then use the 15mm wrench on the tensioner to refit the serpentine belt per the routing diagram.
- Reconnect the battery
Reconnect the negative cable with the 8mm wrench.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.