How To Change An Alternator On A 2014 Town And Country

[@mikeinnovationgraphicswrap3763]

Much appreciation my man, this is exactly what is happening to my 2014 grand caravan. I bought the alternator and now because of your video I'm ready to tackle this my self. Thanks again 👍👍

[@AJWhitmore]

Mike C. No problem bro💯 and good luck 🍀 it’s pretty easy

[@PondShark79]

Complete pro! Good call on the compressor, I had to pull the studs out to clear the space to remove it, but after that, Alternator was easy. You are the best!

[@eldiosist]

between the excellent camera work and the comment of using the E7 socket of removing the actual AC compressor studs this video was perfect!

[@AJWhitmore]

eldiosist thanks I really appreciate that💯

[@jasonmaple3713]

Thanks!!!! The wife’s t&c showed battery light. Tested battery and replaced. Thought that was it, but next day same thing and it went to limp mode where it wouldn’t go over 40 mph. Everything I read says alternator. So I get to replace it tomorrow. This video is a God send. And yes, you are good at what you do.

[@jasonmaple3713]

Replaced and job completed. 1 recommendation is to pay attention to the part about removing the stud bolts. I missed this the first time and wasted an hour being stupid.

[@jimrockfish1875]

Hey AJ, I’ve worked with a lot of techs and it’s impressive how you just dive in, not stressing or fretting on what is an intimidating job to some. Confidence.

[@AJWhitmore]

Thanks man that’s what it’s all about

[@sportster1200511]

Having same problem. Thks so much for the step by step. Great camera angles also

[@drbell26]

Thanks for showing it from the bottom, the cleanest motor I have ever seen!

[@FactsMattersUSA]

Great video but just to verify, you simply unhook the ac pump from housing but DO NOT, I REPEAT DO NOT disconnect the ac pump line connectors or you will deplete the ac system of freon.

[@vlench]

Thank you for a good video, you made everything easy to understand and fallow along, appreciate it much.

[@fnpauto]

Great Video, I removed the two studs above the compressor for more room using an E7 socket.

[@AJWhitmore]

Thanks bro and yea that compressor make a big difference

[@kylecatofpulp]

Freaking studs HAVE to come out. Insane. I thought i was going crazy 😂. Maybe its just liek that on the Dodge Caravan versions. Idk.

[@td4001]

Curious as to how I would get to it but I see the tire gotta come off. New to fixing shit myself but I appreciate the video fam, very informative an clean camera work

[@babzro12]

I got my alternator off without taking the tire off and without a jack N I'm like 175lbs. I did what he did up until the ac compressor. I knew not to mess wit that! Seen a comment then called my dad he agreed with the guy who commented that dnt touch the ac compressor. Instead take the radiator fan (plastic crap) took me and hour just to take the fan off 😂. Its easy the water reservoir it pops off. I took off the tube/ plug thingy off that ended up being attached to the reservoir. Then I unplugged the top plug with a flat head screw driver I had to lift the red tab little by little then squeeze it at the middle where the grey is then another tab same thing little harder. I pushed the plastic tabs on fan in like 20 times while doing this 😂 bcuz I didn't know tge reservoir came off wasn't until last plug it fell off. So for hours before N after the fan thing my alternator felt like it had another bolt but it would move pretty far but was something keeping it there 😠. It was the big radiator hose all I did was wiggle alternator then moved the hose bamb fell off but was caught by the hose... So I took it across the inside where the radiator fan was came up N out where the reservoir area was. It was like a puzzle. Now I could probably get the alternator back on within 20mins. I have really bad wrists N weak. If I can do it almost anybody can. Oh my van is a 2013 Chrysler, Town N country Touring(I think lol).

[@babzro12]

Oh BTW I TURNED MY TIRE ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT SIDE 😂 AJ I LOVE UR VIDEOS ESPECIALLY THE RACING GLAD I DNT DO 💩 LIKE THAT ANYMORE COULD'VE KILLED MY DAUGHTER. BUT MAN I'D SMASH IN MY CAMRY. EVEN BEAT A MUSCLE CAR IN MY OLD VAN DODGE PLYMOUTH THINK IT WAS A 98. THE RACING WAS IN EARLY 2000'S RACING ON THE ESSJ EAST SIDE SAN JOSE, CA. MY DAUGHTER WAS ALWAYS BUCKLED UP N IN THE BACK SEAT 😞 BUT SHE DID LOVE IT 😂. MY SISTER-IN-LAW WAS 5YRS OLD WHEN SHE USE TO ROLL WITH ME NOW SHE DRIVES LIKE ME 😒. SHE HAS A SCION THINK ITS CALLED STICK SHIFT OF COURSE 😂. I THINK DRAG SHOULD BE ALLOWED IF ITS SECLUDED AREA N PPL ARE OUT OF HARMS WAY AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. LIKE HOW U EXPLAINED ON ALTERNATOR VIDEO MADE ME LAUGH WHEN U SAID U HAD GOOD CAMERA SHOTS THEN BAMB PHN FALLS 😂. LOL WELL THANKS AJ MUCH LOVE ✌💞

[@andrewfortin3243]

Thanks man, I didnt wanna go thru the top and have to drain coolant and shit, my local shop wanted 1,100 lmao, nice camera placement

[@bobwells3184]

Thanks for the video! I've got to do this to my Town & Country this weekend and this will be very helpful! Thank you!

[@michaelzernie7092]

This is how I thought it was done. Good job. Saw another video of a guy gutting the top of the engine. This looks much easier.

[@chriswallace1040]

Thanks for the video! Saved me a trip to the mechanic. Not very easy if your laying on your back in the garage though.

[@marcsmith3881]

Sure as hell isn't. I own a mobile business and I hate doing these on the ground. Totally different in terms of contorting yourself. Great video though!

[@MikeLifeHack]

I wanted to say a personal thank you for the instruction on how to remove the alternator it is still took me about 3 hours but thank but thank you again

[@ebonick22]

Dont touch the ac compressor. Take the radiator support off then remove the fan $ all plugs. Way easier less time consuming. Did it in half the time of this video.

[@babzro12]

I'm having a hard time getting mine out. My dad has guided me over the phone but this is nothing like a ford tempo 😂. My dad guided me over the phn then too. He said take the radiator fan off but IDK how 😂. Since I seen this comment I'm going to listen to him N u 😁. Thankz

[@ebonick22]

@@babzro12 took me no time. I wished I followed my mind before I watched this vid. All the 10 bolts to the top and 2 behind the grill and the support comes right out. Then there is 2 plugs that go onto the fan and shroud. Push in the 2 clips to the top and pull the rad fan right out.

[@babzro12]

ebonick22 thank God I listen to my dad and u both. Took me an hour but I did it. The reservoir was a blank 😂 but then it just popped off. Thats what I shoulda taken off 1st just wasn't sure. After all that my alternator was still stuck felt like more screws but moved... It was the big radiator or a/c hose in the way. I moved it and took the radiator all the way out very easy through reservoir(plastic container area). I have bad wrists N very weak but I managed to do it I'm a 39yr old female. So almost anyone can do it ☺. Wait until my bf gets home 😉 he cooking dinner 😂yuk nah take out 😁. Thankz again to this AJ guy Ebonick22 N my dad 💞!

[@babzro12]

I tested my alternator at AutoZone I couldn't understand the lady so she just showed ne the meter thing. My battery was good but my alternator output failed. After I got the alternator off yesterday I took it back to AutoZone and the guy said it passed measuring 14. Something. I told the guy but it failed explained everything to him. Long story... My ac/ heater I ended up turning off bcuz I thght my daughter's friends were messing with me. One said I'm cold other said she was burning up. Well then it starts turning on going different numbers. It was crazy plus my lights were getting bright N then dim. Scary cuz we were in the hills N I had a bunch of teens with me. I was worrying if the van was going to shutoff. I warned them if it does look b4 u get out of the van and get up N out of the street. Well made it home safe. Still did the light thing but was fine 2 wks N dead as a door nail. My bf tried to get in it so he used the key then got the probe stuck😂. So now he said well maybe its a short cuz he didn't think it was my battery N he didn't knw the alternator could kick ur heater controls on. So he said maybe a short but also they use higher voltage and dnt run it as long so maybe it is the alternator.. Took it to O'Reilly's and well it passed again but they had no real answers 😒. My bf was trying to get me to put the alternator back in he'd help me. I said y tho?! He said will jump it then take the cables off the battery , to see if it would charge the alternator N stay running. I refused😂 told him if he'd like to pay for a new computer for $500? Explained I had read a comment not to do that. Not sure if its true but no chances here. Called my dad put him on speaker he said oh maybe not sure with these new cars. So I won no battery cable testing 😂. I kept asking my dad N everyone I've dealt with if my van has a cuplar I think its called. Tomorrow I'm going to check. Thankz for responding and I actually enjoyed the video AJ did but I think he should really try the way u suggested hella easier!! I dnt mess with ac compressors' I'm koo 😂. Well thanks again ☺. Up still 3am worrying😂.

[@nextlayersecurity]

howdy -- great vid and close-up. nice work. I admit that warning flares went off in my head when people started talking about backing out the AC compressor studs. We are talking about aluminum block and stripping one of those too easy. there's no mention (from anyone) about torque settings AND the OEM approved thread locker that should be used. I suggest that "just screw it back in" not ideal and setting stage for future prob. my 0.02...

[@nextlayersecurity]

@@hollielynn9264 hello. I suggest a good investment would be a torque wrench. If not used frequently, you can rent for likely less than $20. Some Google searches might find the torque settings - or maybe a conversation with tech at local service shop. Best wishes....

[@Lukas-wl4oj]

Thanks a video very helpful. Greetings from Europe

[@deantahenderson3252]

if you do not have a E7 a 3/16 fits like a glove to remove compressor studs

[@JeremySeifert]

This is a very helpful video, thank you for making this, and doing such a great job of capturing all the angles.

[@willyNYC4U]

Great video. Better than others that have hundred thousand plus views.

[@AJWhitmore]

Will William thanks man 💯

[@daveandfaithhaverkamp8859]

Nice video. Very helpful. Thanks for sharing.

[@AJWhitmore]

No problem bro

[@jasonl7025]

Nice job. Someone was there before and got ride of the red tab of the connector. My alternator would have some bad contacts when I touch the connector while doing something else 😢

[@navykip]

Thanks AJ!! Best video on these vans I found.

[@AJWhitmore]

No problem bro

[@willyNYC4U]

My alternator went bad again, and found this video with my comment. Will change again😂

[@troyandgunner6408]

Greatly appreciated man❤

[@kennethhart3904]

Your vid is the only one I watched where they didn't take the whole car apart and you did it in half time

[@jterryjackson2251]

That was an Awesome demonstration And TrainedCrafted Skill

[@chrishayden5922]

Great camera work!

[@AJWhitmore]

Thank you mr.chris💪🏾👌🏾

[@mweis2000]

Great video - not sure how you got the camera phone in some of those spots! Thank you! I have a 2013, and there was NO WAY to get it out without removing the studs on the compressor with the E7 External Star Socket. Any way you can add that as a note to your video?

[@lancedyer4870]

Very helpful, thanks man

[@AJWhitmore]

No problem bro 💯

[@richieB2426]

You don't need to pull the radiator out. Just the far right vvt sensor to slide it up and our. Easy peasy.

[@GMB730BX]

I got one to do it haves the same problem battery light is on and it makes noise when its on good video and good job

[@gregpeterson1272]

You are good at it, thanks much

[@mistikajimenez6348]

Thanks for the video, thanks for sharing.

[@AJWhitmore]

Mistika Jimenez no problem

[@tb9574]

You can also replace the alternator from the top. Without going under the car.

[@johnineich9957]

I did 2 of them just this week, first time with this model vehicle, one outside in dark in a gas station parking lot f and about 32 degrees outside for my niece. I didnt jack anything up, I took out fan and air box, removed top radiator hose from radiator, slight loss of coolant, nothing major, i had a catch pan so not to leave anything on ground, all and all, was easy getting to connections and bolts, little trickery getting it out but again, not as bad as removing all other major components, second one I did was in a garage took less than hour, compared to the time took to one outside on the fly took about hour and half.

[@angeloponce4532]

Good video!! Quick question check engine light never came on for me. My 2016 twn& country but does light always come on when it's for alternator

[@completelynotme952]

Great video. Thank you !

[@AJWhitmore]

Completely Notme no problem 💯

[@pnorton75]

Boy they sure did do a whole lot of changes between 14 and 15. Cuz when I did my alternator They had half as many bolts and replaced them with studs. Almost impossible to remove even with removing the AC compressor that also replaced two bolts with two studs.

[@Brewcityking]

I appreciate the hell out of this video, what if I replace alt and battery? Any wires or fuses/relays I should check?

[@FactsMattersUSA]

depends on your issue

[@franciscosantos3609]

great video ! I have a question , would you happen to know where the alternator to battery fuse location ? my alternator is overcharging my battery . GC 2012

[@larryjohnston9771]

Make sure you remove the threaded stud one on alternator and two on a/c compressor.

[@jterryjackson2251]

Is it the same procedure for 2015 Chrysler..Town Country? 3.6

[@boratkhan]

Good job bro, I have a 2011 dodge caravan and I have been having issues where my van randomly goes into limp mode and holds the gear and so when I turn off the van and start it up its good, but only when I get held in the traffic this issue arises. Any suggestions?

[@DACouture413]

Good camera work in confined spaces. I got a 2014 myself and just recently the interior instrument cluster and radio cut out and rest itself while driving multiple times, wipers went on by themselves and it actually died but fired back up and drove home. Been parked since (happened Friday night of Memorial Day weekend). I've been looking into it and read various claims from wirings in the door could fail and cause it, IBus Fuse, Failing Alternator and/or the PCM. Any suggestions?

[@westleys_country]

Bro thanks dude frfr

[@senshigamingteevee5417]

Did you go underneath to get to it? Did you pull anything off the top of the motor? I need to change mine out and havent found a very in-depth video on these vans alternators.

[@AJWhitmore]

Majin Vegeta everything was done under the car besides taking the battery off all you really have to do is take the A/C compressor off and everything after that is cake.

[@alexmacchia]

Great video! Do you need to refill the ac system after taking the compressor off?

[@AJWhitmore]

alexmacchia you shouldn’t have to take the lines off the compressor just take it off the bracket

[@alexmacchia]

@@AJWhitmore thank you for the quick reply! Great job man!

[@alexanderlease843]

This shit just saved me hours bro..

[@jeremyrusselldavis]

Man I’m doing this now filling your step by step. How did you disconnect the ac compressor? Not shown in the video

[@jeremyjbreeden]

I tried changing one this weekend. The AC hoses were going into the radiator preventing me from getting it off. Any tips on removing the compressor I'm missing?

[@chrisreed26]

I have to say I'm kinda concerned that a 2014 model would already need an alternator replaced! I mean at 4 years old this is not a good sign!!

[@AJWhitmore]

Chris Reed that goes to show how much shittier new cars are

[@chrisreed26]

@@AJWhitmore would you not recommend one of these vans ? Are you seeing a lot of problems with the newer ones? I was thinking about buying a 2011-2014 but if they are this fragile..gosh I think my 2005 Escape has it's original alternator at 202,000 miles still!

[@AJWhitmore]

Chris Reed I mean their nice but I wouldn’t recommend them because that same customer I did that alternator for cane back a couple months later and now her radio just blacked out and dosent work either

[@AJWhitmore]

Mind you the car dosent even have 200,000 miles yet

[@chrisreed26]

@@AJWhitmore I guess Chrysler is not doing too well..I know my roommate's low mileage 2008 300 only 44,000 old lady miles had a coolant issue some part that is a known problem on the 2.7 V-6 some kind of housing or tank..I had never seen a part like it and I have done most of my own work for years..I do know that the 2.7 is one of the worst engines you can have..Thank you, Now I will think twice about getting one of these vans!

[@andrewmegnin9484]

Thanks brah!

[@gixxerboyroyluvdrumswaters9023]

Nice

[@georgemartin6074]

I'm about to do this tomorrow. 3 different videos. I'm gonna run with this one. You didn't have disconnect ant radiator lines? The other 2 videos have me taking the shroud for the fan off multiple lines. The other guy who attacked this from the bottom has to remove the shroud around wheel well I see this isn't mentioned.

[@YNTGUNS]

I took all 4 bolts off the AC compressor but 2 top bolts are really long so the ac compressor won't slide off in them

[@AJWhitmore]

RED_10R take those two long screws out as well you gonna need a special socket I believe to get this two out it’s like a star

[@YNTGUNS]

@@AJWhitmore yea i eventually figured it out lol. It took me about 5 hours laying on the ground ripping the alt out. All is good now. Thanks for the vid

[@showstopper326]

I am assuming its the same process for a 2013? Also do you have a list of tools, you used?

[@sirsweetness8332]

Did you remove the studs on the compressor or just the nuts on the 2 upper studs? I believe you need an E8 inverted torx

[@AJWhitmore]

I removed the studs on the compressor and just moved it out the way

[@adamadam3718]

Do U have to take off AC Compressor too and does it loose Freon or not?

[@Anonymous-uk8ho]

Good job man

[@christopherjohnson3614]

Do you need to remove the studs from the A/C compressor?

[@TheElle11]

Thanks!

[@franktuck1525]

Will the alternator pulley have something to do with the heat blowing harder and lower cuz I'm having that problem in my alternator just went out

[@AJWhitmore]

Its a possibility because if the alternator isn't charging then the car won't have the right amount of voltage to pushing the blower or some other things that that require a certain amount of power to its max like it should.

[@franktuck1525]

@@AJWhitmore okay that makes sense because when I put the blower on high it will blow strong then it will die down and it still be set on high that makes a lot of sense

[@franktuck1525]

One more question I started my car and I proceeded to disconnect the positive battery cable while it was running soon as I unhooked it the car shut off that means it's the alternator right

[@AJWhitmore]

Frank Tuck right 👌🏾

[@Low.life.lifter]

So I'm at an impass, my ac compressor wont slide all the way off the mounting bolts without taking the lines off the compressor. Any advice?

[@AJWhitmore]

Fields_Strong yea take the mounting bolts out the block

[@Low.life.lifter]

@@AJWhitmore tried that but I'm guessing I need a special tool?

[@AJWhitmore]

Fields_Strong yea it’s like a 8 or 12 point socket they’re not to expensive tho

[@AJWhitmore]

Fields_Strong I didn’t have to take those bolts out you just gonna have to tug a lil hard to get the compressor to slide off

[@Low.life.lifter]

@@AJWhitmore awesome, thanks bro I really appreciate the info and the video

[@joshuafreeman6720]

Nice vid

[@pnorton75]

This guy needs some learn the difference between a screw, nut, bolt and a stud.

[@danielpunisher2982]

No you have to take out the studs on the top of the a/c as well You have to close the door to see if battery light comes on you will not see it with door open bad editing and skipping around the whole project

[@dougboyatt2927]

Alternator went out on mine Sept 19th last year & I was working too much so had to put it in the shop, cost me $800. Alternator went out again Aug 9th. I was wondering how I'm suppose to get this mf off without taking the compressor off & usually causes ac leaks & bad o-rings. Goodyear said it didn't need the compressor to come off so I said FUCK IT & let them deal with it. Now the ac needs to be charged & more than likely, the o rings aren't worth jack so another alternator, the vacuum pump, o rings, & freon is in my future......every year. 🙄

[@jameelalexi]

Could you do the same thing for a 2013 town and country ???

[@williesanchez4424]

Ian may cause my its 2013 almita same kind work and look same engine 3.6l may same process willie

[@jterryjackson2251]

Who was the CameraMan?

[@jasperclark6913]

No ameture just did one from top no ac removal go school homie

[@divinejim]

Remove from top is easier.

[@pnorton75]

Bad alenator on a 4 year old car. Chrysler, dodge, jeed, and ram are absolute garbage.

[@sirsweetness8332]

Did this in 1:45 minutes

[@AJWhitmore]

ohh no I just took the 2 nuts off but taking this studs out would probably be easier honestly I didnt even think about that

[@sleepy1760]

good video but how you showing people how to do it but not showing ALL The STEPS

[@christopherjohnson3614]

Boy I hate FCA products. Absolute 🗑.

[@Nino_J]

Yep, my parents bought a 2014 Chrysler Town & Country new. Soon as the warranty runs out, repairs left and right. Master Cylinder, alternator, radiator, various fuses. I can go on & on . My 1997 Toyota Camry still had the original alternator and radiator when I got rid of it a few months back

[@christopherjohnson3614]

@@Nino_J now I have rocker arm failure from what it sounds like. The infamous "ticking"... Sounds like its coming from bank 1

[@Nino_J]

Christopher Johnson You know they funny thing is. Before this, all my folks bought were Toyota or Lexus. They wanted a van or SUV, I told them to get a Toyota Highlander, 4Runner, or Sienna. A church friend was a sales manager at a FCA dealer at the time, so he reeled them in.

[@christopherjohnson3614]

@@Nino_J dang man, thats super shady bro.

[@katiemollenhoff6294]

bro that was the most confusing tutorial ever js need more info dont follow this dude!