You can get great prices on a new alternator Here-(check fitment guide) www.amazon.com/... In this video I show just how easy Ford made it to change the alternator on their modular engines, plus a few tips.
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@Mims.Entertainment Жыл бұрын
This is a follow up comment for others wondering which video gives the best step by step instructions of how to make this repair. I just finished doing just as this man explains. He's the best!!! Follow how he says to do it and you will have an easy job of it. I will say one thing different and that is, take the time to remove the water hose. It is too tight to see what you are doing otherwise. I'm 76 and have had Fords going all the way back to a 57 T Bird and 65 Mustangs to work on. Oh, just a side note, when you put the hose back on, use two new 2" screw type clamps to replace the 'factory speed' clamps put on in the assembly line. I don't trust them once you remove those. In my case this repair was actually a 2007 Lincoln Mark LT truck, but they are really just a Ford F 150 inside. So if that is what you have just follow what this guy says and you will save a lot of money in labor. Yes, I am a subscriber after this job!
@rikenheimer9 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! So straight forward---no kids, no dogs, no cats, no jokes and no singing. I love all those things but not while I'm trying to learn something. Thanks for sharing!
@FordTechMakuloco9 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@locknload91432 жыл бұрын
@@FordTechMakuloco ...My "Go To Online Mechanic" every time! Saved me thousands of dollars!...Keep em coming !
@dmahala17 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great how-to video. I just changed the alternator in my wife's 2003 Ford Expedition. I appreciate you taking the time to put these videos out here as they help us backyard mechanics save a little money. Keep up the great work!
@rebeccar4149 жыл бұрын
After watching this video, I was able to replace my alternator in about 1 hour. Great job on this video. Thank you very much!
@jaredmekhi77913 жыл бұрын
i guess I am kind of off topic but do anybody know of a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?
@andrewleonidas17213 жыл бұрын
@Jared Mekhi I use Flixzone. You can find it on google =)
@whitemiasma52882 жыл бұрын
This man is a God-send to us sad sacs! I have saved many thousands of dollars with the knowledge from inside his mind. Makuloco may you live forever!
@mheldypacs1115 жыл бұрын
This video gave me the confidence to change my alternator. Saved me hundreds. Thanks
@jamesgabbard58845 жыл бұрын
About do to this on my 2003 Expedition with a 4.6L, we'll see how it goes. That bungee trick is absolute GOLD. Every time I look up anything for any of my Fords there's always a video with him showing exactly what I need to fix. Not all heroes wear capes, he is a godsend!!!!
@Lex-kf5ij5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you. I am a college student with hardly any income. A “friend” said her dad is a mechanic and that it would be an easy fix and would only charge $100.00 labor. Well I saw your video and my dad and I decided to do it ourselves. I would like suggest to those who are not experienced mechanics, when it comes to the tension pulley.i got under the motor and release the tension from the bottom and my dad udid the belt from the top. That tension pulley was a big snag for us. After we took off the alternator it only took us 20 minutes to put the new one on. We spent like 1 whole hour on trying to release the belt. My dad said it is called the week end warrior curse. Thanks again. I hope this helpful.
@anthonybrod55596 жыл бұрын
Using a bungee cord to hold the belt was very helpful. Thank you
@bernardenorth7 жыл бұрын
thanx again!!! you have helped me rebuild my 04 f-150 soooo much and saved me so much grief!!! congrats on the new shop btw! you mos def deserve it!!!
@instructor4cpr9 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I changed my alternator. Without your video I may not have been brave enough to try.
@fawxa67625 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude, watched it three times out here on the side of the road an now I'm up an running 🤙
@jasonmarquette5 жыл бұрын
Can't Thank You enough for posting this, and all the other videos. My alt. was starting to go and I next day'd one from amazon on my 2005 f150 for $78.00. Autozone was 239.00. I really appreciate all your excellent, to the point, videos. God Bless! This video gave my confidence to do this myself, and it went perfect.
@davidwombold48395 жыл бұрын
Just changed the alternator on my '03 Expedition using the video. Easy peasy....thank you.
@bobmorrison6617 жыл бұрын
Well done video. You do a great job explaining each step and adding some helpful shortcuts - like using the bungee cord to hold the serp belt, that was a new technique for me. You even gave recommendations for how to put the parts back on, in the order that is easiest. Thanks to you, my repair should be a quick one!
@ryanduray16 жыл бұрын
322k views and only 1k likes? Come on people, this is a top notch video. That bungee trick is great!
@KingDarius_6 жыл бұрын
BlackDogsMatter yeah the bungee trick really made me like this video lol
@skyrim5476 жыл бұрын
Yeah no kiding better do it ourself than paying 200$ Labour lol
@ericksonmoreno60293 жыл бұрын
I was about to say the same thing !! Love the bungee trick
@joelrandall45375 жыл бұрын
The bungee trick...genius! THE BEST instructional video I have ever seen! To the point! Efficient! No nonsense! Great video and thanks...off to change my alternator!
@mastercreamer13983 ай бұрын
I still have my 06 F150 and so I’m back again to learn another repair on this old girl! Thank you sir!
@MrKevbo827 жыл бұрын
Wanted to say thank you for all your videos. Recently bought an F150 and have been watching your videos to learn about it, during a 1500 mile trip towing a car this weekend had the alternator die, and by pure luck rolled off the highway and into the parking lot of an auto parts store 2 minutes before they closed for the night and bought a new alternator. Pulled up your video before installing to get any tips grabbed a bungee from the truck to hold the belt in place like you did and in no time was back in the road (after having to remove my car from the trailer to jump the truck...) you do great work and I'm sure I'm not the only one you're helping!
@rqbrown15 жыл бұрын
I enjoy hearing Casting Crowns playing in the background at 5:00
@jongaulthero7 жыл бұрын
Dude, you just saved me a ton of time and money! Too long for all the details, but just wanted to say thanks a million!
@FordTechMakuloco7 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@brianwilson98286 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO MAKE THIS VERY INFORMATIONAL VIDEO! THE TIP ON USING THE BUNGE CORD REALLY SAVED MY ARSE! (I used a rope) and releasing the tensioner from the top of the motor rather than below (as another video shows) really helped me as well! (I was working by myself and did not have an assistant to release the tension from below! Your video and another one on youtube REALLY made it possible for me to do the job! And I installed it in about an hour! All because of the kindness of you and others creating these videos! Again THANKS!
@lances48038 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, thank you! I was dreading this repair because of the serpentine belt, but the bungee cord made all the difference.
@stephenbreen75702 жыл бұрын
Genius idea. Guys like this have saved so many people unnecessary headaches.
@killanige8 жыл бұрын
God bless you. Make a go fund me or something man. I've used your videos for quite a bit. you need to be compensated
@lukewarren7857 Жыл бұрын
Thanks from a truck stop in quartzite Arizona
@markk36525 жыл бұрын
UTI meter still going strong!! Dvm's are awesome to have for stuff like this, that way you know for sure values and outputs. Nice instructional video, easy job, explained well!
@bobfognozzle4 жыл бұрын
Just did this job on a Sunday morning in the driveway! Very accurate and clear video...and the bungee cord worked perfectly. My 2005 f-150 5.4 has a different intake structure so there was a bit of push and wiggle to get it around the radiator hose...thanks for doing these videos.
@onelifetogive46585 жыл бұрын
Thank You! It's Christmastime and I really needed to NOT spend money on yet another unexpected expense. I'm not much of a wrench, but your video got me over this hurdle .... very much appreciated!!
@fedexairbus7 жыл бұрын
I love casting crowns too! Good song. The video is a tremendous help as well.
@seangreenz4204 жыл бұрын
I know this video is very old but thank you so much for this it helped me change my alternator on my truck in less than 2 hours by myself doing step by step your way. I didn’t have a bungie cord so I used a ratchet strap and it worked great! Thanks again!
@piotrsalanowski83376 жыл бұрын
Hey brother thank you for all your movies you have no idea how much you helped me on the little things on my truck once again keep them coming and thank you so much for all the work you put into movies
@ChildoftheKoRnf98 жыл бұрын
Was able to use this video to help change out my ladies 04 expedition alternator. The bungie cord to hold the belt was very helpful. I used a 1/2" socket with a bar from an old jack we had around to loosen the belt. Videos like this that help us computer geek play mechanic (and sweat alot...). The alternator I purchased was the "DB Electrical AFD0113 Alternator " from amazon. Cheaper and delivers the same volts you posted up above.
@AlanMedina3147 жыл бұрын
Thank You Very Much for this video. I just replaced the alternator on 2004 Expedition 5.4L. Again you Guys Rock.
@waholt7 жыл бұрын
Good video and thank you for making it. Saved me from the salesman at the auto-store saying "You have to take off that radiator hose to get to the alternator". And good idea on the bungee-cord . It didn't keep the belt from slipping (I didn't pull it taut enough) but it did keep the belt routing in line making it easier to slide back on.
@marklopez43545 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. Helped me out a lot today. Much appreciated.
@jonnybronx59907 жыл бұрын
I noticed the standard UTI DVOM. I still use mine to this day! I have to do one of these tomorrow at a friends house, wanted to make sure I wasn't gonna be missing anything. Nice video!
@5.0_life308 жыл бұрын
Dude, I didn't realize it was so easy. I'm glad I came across your vid now I feel confident to do it myself on my 04' F-150 5.4 Triton. Thank you very much I just saved myself a lot of money👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@ainnsoal68325 жыл бұрын
thanx bro my alternator just recently went bad. I appreciate the time you took to make this video!!!!
@jlohman572 Жыл бұрын
Thanks brother I’m about to go change my alternator, this definitely gives me a clear idea of what I need to do. Hopefully I get all the tools I need.
@dconcid9 жыл бұрын
Damn glad I watched this video. Made the job tremendously easy. Struggled a little bit at first but made it through pretty easy. Love the bungy cord trick... Definitely saves a future headache
@rhino0624655 жыл бұрын
The Bungee trick. Is priceless ! Thank You!
@freecheese41438 жыл бұрын
Expert advice! Excellent instruction!
@gcchasee16374 жыл бұрын
That bunji strap to hold belt tight, was good thinking, never would have thought of that and real good explanation best I've ever heard thanks hope that easy for me
@TheRebelmanone7 жыл бұрын
The bungi serves multi purpose, good ideal saves time and energy. Not only does it remember the routing, it allows you to not have to have 3 hands to put the belt on to begin with, because it leaves it all on, good ideal. thank you
@chalundahampton70575 жыл бұрын
Plans are to install my new alternator tomorrow with your video. Thanks easy to understand with no distractions. Can you or someone sharw what are some of the basic tools you guys keep in your truck to have for emergencies. Thanks in advance.
@matt88639 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I'd also love to see how you replace an Alternator on the 4th generation 00-07 24V Duratec.
@RayWilliamJohansen5 жыл бұрын
i enjoyed casting crowns playing in the background, no religious but it brings back memories
@SPECIAL300MED16 жыл бұрын
How can anyone dislike this video, everything was done perfect,
@donnydizzle27813 жыл бұрын
4:38.. Awesome tip, saved me a lot of time and frustration.. Thanks
@gclacey78384 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing delays. Too many others out there that fast forward past most of it.
@lajuanlane8 жыл бұрын
Great song playing in the background... Mandisa
@thomasfranks5583 жыл бұрын
You come through again. I’ll be replacing the alternator on my 2006 Expedition Eddie Bauer tomorrow. Thanks for the tips.
@davidschroeder51662 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video,helped me a lot! 2002 f150 5.4. Changing the belt was not as much fun ☹️ Thanks again
@alfonsofernandez50556 жыл бұрын
Thanks broski, just changed mine after 12 years of use.....06 f150
@MJ-iy4fb3 жыл бұрын
You make it look easy. I though it would be tougher. Thanks for posting.
@johnvankeeken96373 жыл бұрын
Agree, straight forward, to the point and very super easy! Thanks for sharing!!
@chonscol6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video very easy to do step by step, I got my car running again . Thanks
@rosiemae16165 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much im not a wrench turner more of a computer geek. 25 bucks 45 minutes of my time. Made me look like a superstar to a certain lady im trying to impress. Thanks to you I leveled up. Thank you again keep posting her truck is a pos. Hahaha
@Zelaznogsiul-635 жыл бұрын
Great video, I am about to change my alternator on my f 150 It went bad yesterday. Love the Christian background music.
@yesienteredmynamecorrect95187 жыл бұрын
wow that bungee idea is a stroke of genius, lol, thanks for the great video.
@KaliBlaz9 жыл бұрын
man watching your videos is gonna make me change everything on my truck, I already changed the water pump, tensioner all idler pulleys, sensors, spark plugs, intake manifold gaskets, gas filter.....etc now the alternator is making a whining noise and I think the internal bearings are shot, do you know if Motorcraft alternator bearings are serviceable? I really don't feel like spending another $200.
@FordTechMakuloco9 жыл бұрын
certified30 I know they are serviceable just where to get them. We don't show them in the parts catalog.
@KaliBlaz9 жыл бұрын
FordTechMakuloco I found some in a local automotive electric store for $30
@MrJctaba8 жыл бұрын
very useful for a 2004 Ford Expedition, thanks for the informative video to easily explain all the steps.
@NicolePhillips-m6bАй бұрын
Great video! Straightforward and to the point. I put a remanufactured OEM alternator in my 03 Lincoln Navigator 5.4 L 4x4 . My check charging system light won't go off. I didn't use an aftermarket part because I was told that it would cause problems with the PCM. I also read in forums that people had the same problem with aftermarket alternators. The car only has 106,000 miles. Any ideas where to start. I would take it to a mechanic but there is one on every corner and I don't trust anyone. Thanks for any advice.
@anthonyzerboful2 жыл бұрын
You always got the best videos thank you so much
@kbreaux12244 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks.
@felipecarrizales97263 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video man, did it less than a hour. I subscribed too 👍🏻
@texastalk867 жыл бұрын
great demonstration sir,i have one to replace on my 06 navigator hopefully all goes as smooth as u made it look
@ryanhardin51667 жыл бұрын
texastalk the navigator has a few more steps, items to remove in order to get to it
@darinharris20409 жыл бұрын
Great job on this video!!! Much appreciated!!
@mikedatiger77065 жыл бұрын
First I've seen that bungee trick. What a great idea!
@richardnocella2396 Жыл бұрын
Excellent lesson. Thank you for the knowledge!
@parisdavis87442 жыл бұрын
excellent and concise oration and instructions 👌🏾
@KingsKidNOTW2 жыл бұрын
The bungee tip is awesome
@RailfanRowan4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Mandisa in the background!!
@jollyp16053 жыл бұрын
Love that bungee trick for the belt.
@rubbermallet38735 жыл бұрын
bravo for the great finale 😄
@glenacord3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, very helpful! However the connector on my 2008 F250 (5.4 V8) wasn't so easy to remove. There wasn't a tab to push but I had to use a screwdriver to unlock it after I got the alternator unbolted. And there was a secondary, small connector to release too.
@Noname-lk2ol4 жыл бұрын
Damn the FIRST TIME I get lucky replacing something thats not buried inthe back of the fkn engine THANK U FORD.
@joshuahodgins8 жыл бұрын
LOVE the MercyMe in the background
@FordTechMakuloco8 жыл бұрын
+Joshua Hodgins Yeah good stuff.
@robertwinfree31977 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the videos. You've saved me a ton of money!
@johnathanwilliams78059 жыл бұрын
Dude you made that look so easy! I'm trying to restore an 84 f150 my dad bought the day he passed away, any tips on where to start?
@tylershows3266 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, it helped me changed my alternator
@charleslincoln53574 жыл бұрын
Awsome trick with the bungie
@dmilligan23029 жыл бұрын
Thank you. this made it so easy for me!!
@Metalbass19798 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thank you very much for this video.
@franciscallahan4213 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos, Greatly Appreciated! Question ❓ If you replace with a higher output alternator do you have to adjust anything else?
@bobgabriel26859 жыл бұрын
Great job on the video; excellent knowledge given, with good visuals. Audio could use some better quality from a wireless mic perhaps, but not complaining--I could still understand. Thank you!
@steveandrade7028 Жыл бұрын
Hey love your videos, I would love to see a video on how to replace cylinder head sensor 97 Ford Expedition ......
@parpir766 жыл бұрын
My air intake was a KLM assembly so my air intake snorkel was a little more involved than the one you removed, other than that thanks for the info
@mjphoto453 жыл бұрын
Bungee awesome. What actually are you doing when releasing the serpentine belt? Is it self explanatory?
@paulstradley91576 жыл бұрын
I wish I had the courage and tools to try this. My 07 Exped has cost me a fortune lately.
@billbrewer52485 жыл бұрын
Start with simple projects - watch videos - build tool inventory with the money you saved from not paying someone's labor. Keep basic toolkit in trunk in case you have a breakdown on the road. Confidence will build with knowledge and experience. On a 1-10 project, this one's a 1-2 .... and with a video of this quality, it should be do-able for 90% of owners. The other 10 percent probably shouldn't change a tire on their own.
@AtlSurGangsta137 жыл бұрын
Can you list the tools you used in this video it would really help
@juretich7 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I was about to remove the fan shroud, which requires the fan to be removed which would be a lot of wasted effort. Great job!!!
@johnkrauss3795 жыл бұрын
Dumbass
@marcioserrano51545 жыл бұрын
Really good video man it help a lot thanks love the bongie to hold band
@syedfarhan57 жыл бұрын
Great belt tip. Easy alternator install...
@bernardenorth7 жыл бұрын
and that bungy trick with the belt! genius =)
@johnschumann26275 жыл бұрын
Great video. Like the bungee hack. Anyone else notice the top bracket was in place when he put the belt back on but then disappeared?
@UglyFireMedic8 жыл бұрын
Great video! You made it look easy.
@dangerousfreedom49654 жыл бұрын
I need your help! 2003 ford alternator was bad so I replaced it, new alternator is putting out 14.2 volts but the battery light is staying on. Help!
@vanillagorilla8833 жыл бұрын
Instrument cluster
@dangerousfreedom49653 жыл бұрын
@@vanillagorilla883 your saying its bad?
@andrewj72787 жыл бұрын
is the alternator for the 4.6 the same as the 5.4
@vinny19956 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I am just a newbie when it comes to working on my Ford E-350 XLT Super Duty. Wish I could see how you set up the breaker bar to release the tensioner. Where does the breaker bar go? do you have to loosen any nut on the tensioner first before you can release the tension?