How to Replace Alternator 06-11 Toyota Camry
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 45 min · Toyota Camry
Replace the alternator on a 2006-2011 Toyota Camry.
Tools you will need
- Ratchet
- Socket extensions
- 10mm wrench
- 12mm socket
- 14mm socket
- 19mm socket
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Alternator
Steps
- Disconnect the battery
Loosen the 10mm nut on the negative terminal and disconnect it.
- Release the serpentine belt
Fit a 19mm socket and ratchet to the tensioner, rotate it clockwise to relieve tension, then slip the belt off the alternator pulley.
- Remove the old alternator
Unplug the main connector, remove the 10mm ground nut and disconnect the ground wire, remove the 10mm bolt holding the wiring bracket and unclip the wiring with a screwdriver, then remove the 14mm and 12mm mounting bolts and lift the alternator out.
- Install the new alternator
Set it in place and tighten the 14mm bolt to about 38 ft-lb and the 12mm bolt to about 16 ft-lb, then reconnect the wiring bracket's 10mm bolt, the ground's 10mm bolt, clip the wiring back on, and reconnect the sensor.
- Reinstall the serpentine belt
Use the 19mm socket on the tensioner again to relieve tension and walk the belt back over the alternator pulley.
- Reconnect the battery
Reconnect the negative battery terminal with a 10mm wrench.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.