How to Replace a 2012 - 2015 Honda Civic Alternator: Step by Step Guide

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Alternator replacement. Learn how to correctly replace an alternator in this easy step-by-step tutorial. In this video, we'll be replacing the alternator on a 2012 - 2015 Honda Civic in a step-by-step guide. The information will apply to most cars as the alternator serves the same basic function in all vehicles - use the engine to drive a pulley and charge the battery while the car is running.
The video covers the entire process of testing for a bad alternator, removing the old alternator, and correctly installing a new one, including the tools required, the safety precautions to take, and tips and tricks to make the process easier and faster. We will also let you know where to get your reliable replacement alternator for almost half the cost of remanufactured units that have a history of poor reliability.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced DIY mechanic, this video will provide you with all the information you need to replace an alternator and save you money on repair costs. So, grab your tools, and let’s get started!
If you have any questions or comments about the video, please feel free to leave them in the comments section below. We would love to hear from you and help you with your car repair needs.
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Tools used
Socket Set I used: geni.us/ratchetset
Wrenches I used: geni.us/ratchetwrenchset
Bungee Cord I used: geni.us/20bungeecords
Needle Nose Pliers I used: geni.us/needlenose
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Parts
Replacement Alternator: geni.us/13civicalternator
Optional But Very Useful Tools
Dewalt 20V Wrench: geni.us/dewalt20vwrench
Multimeter: geni.us/cvoltmeter
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0:00 Intro
0:39 Testing Alternator and Battery
2:13 Error Message Displayed
2:30 Where to Buy Replacement Alternator
3:02 Tools Needed
3:18 Locate and Disconnect Battery
3:51 Remove Pulley From Alternator
4:46 Disconnect Wires From Alternator
5:58 Unbolt Alternator
6:23 Best Penetrating Fluid
6:42 Remove Alternator
6:52 Install New To Me Alternator
8:24 Reconnect Battery
8:41 Start Car
8:51 Verify Belt and Alternator are good

[@TheTomar33]

Great video

[@ScrappyLeech]

Hey Dave, thanks for posting this video. I used it to help me replace the alternator on my 2014 Honda Civic. I struggled a bit with my low quality hand tools, but I got the job done. Thank you.

[@DeancentGarage]

Awesome to hear, congrats! Good tools certainly help make the job easier.

[@Eli_is_a_Lauver]

Excellent job

[@rune20401]

Thanks 😊

[@DeancentGarage]

You're welcome!

[@Harmitron]

Very helpful thank you

[@DeancentGarage]

Glad to hear it helped you!

[@godwinjoy9730]

Hey thanks for the great video. So I have a question. Recently my Honda civic 2012 just stopped working out of the blue. It struggled to start for a few times this morning but refused to start on the third time today. However while the car refused to start, all my electrical continued to work (AC/Radio/Lights etc). I tried getting a battery jump start but it didn’t seem to work. The battery is supposed to be in relatively good health (I had a test done a month ago). I have a sneaking suspicion it is either my alternator or starting motor that’s the issue. Do you have any tips to closer pinpoint which of these two could be causing my electrical issues? When I trying to turn on the car with battery jump start, I hear a very quiet “whirring sound” but no start. I am also in the process of getting a voltmeter and car code reader computer. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Also what length bungee cord did you use to hold your belt? Thanks again for the informative video!

[@DeancentGarage]

Hey godwinjoy, it's very difficult to troubleshoot over the internet. From what you're describing it would lead me toward the alternator or stater as you said. I suggest watching a couple starter motor Troubleshooting videos to see if the symptoms are similar to yours. I didn't measure the bungee cord, I had a multi pack and grabbed one that was a bit shorter than needed when relaxed so that when stretched it provided tension to hold the belt on the pulleys/rollers. You Could measure from the hood where I hooked mine to the belt and then deduct 3-4 inches from the measurememt to get an idea of the bungee cord length needed. Good luck!