replacing my 94 GS alternator

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replacing my 94 GS alternator

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here's the deal. i have to replace my alternator in my 94 GS, and I have to clue where to start. do i go from the top or bottom, what do i need to remove to get to it, etc. this looks like a major pain in the *** . nothing like my civic. someone help please!! [img]shrug.gif"%20border="0[/img]
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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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do i need to pull the radiator and fan out to get to it??
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no
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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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can anyone tell me what i do need to remove to get the alternator out?
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Unscrew the bolts that hold it to the engine. Unplug the connectors that hold it to the wiring harness. Remove belt. Pull.
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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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with all the stuff in the way of the alternator, it doesn't look like there is any room to sneak it out anywhere.
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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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I've never taken it out myself but from what I've heard it's a b*tch to get it out, if you are going to do it just be patient I guess.
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i went through this process before, took me about 40 minutes. From what I remember, I had to remove the passenger side fan, that's it, and then you can actually pull it out.<BR>I followed online manual, maybe you should check it out
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Re: replacing my 94 GS alternator

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does anyone have a link to any online manuals because i don't have a chiltons or anything. thanks
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its on this website.
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