How to Replace Alternator 94-05 Ford Explorer 4.0L

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[@c6mas]

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[@Jayro707]

Thank you for making this KZbin tutorial. I just replaced my alternator and serpentine belt and I could not have done it without this tutorial.

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+Jayro707 Congratulations on the successful repair. We're glad the video helped you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@davidbrucemusicvideo]

I love this guy. He always has the best videos on how to fix everything I need to get fixed fix everything I need to get fixed in my Mountaineer. Thank you so much for this video my friend.

[@edwardnock2579]

I have no automotive skills whatsoever but this video made me feel like a pro! It was great that you were calling off the tool sizes as you went along. I got to a point where I realized I didn't have all the tools to complete the job. A quick run to the auto store fixed me right up and I was able to finish the job. There are a lot of fluffy kitty videos on KZbin but this video is what makes the internet awesome! Thanks!

[@1AAuto]

@lughead6 True you do not have to remove the belt fully, but if you do the information is there to get everything back together.

[@smithjackt]

This helped out big time! I was out of town working when my girlfriends alternator went out. I gave her this link and she was able to change it herself with me on the phone walking her through it also. never heard hercuss so much about her knuckles...lol.. great job!!

[@prissweb]

No thank you! your videos are so nice. CLEAR and straight to the point! You just saved me a ton of cash! I had no idea this repair was so easy!!

[@stansmad]

Nice tutorial, I have a '97 Explorer still going strong at 155 k miles. Really simple job as it should be. I enjoy wrenching on older vehicles I can understand without all the unnecessary gadgets to deal with. Thinking of fully restoring it 🤔. Great channel, I enjoy your style of teaching people !😀

[@E80-t6e]

How did you know it was the alternator and not a fuse?

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[@1AAuto]

Yes this video will work for your 1996 Explorer. Thanks for watching our video on KZbin! Have a great day.

[@DivineKyuubi]

Just completed this on my 2006 which is almost identical except for the air filter intake. Thanks for the video. I love watching repair videos prior to starting on my own. thanks.

[@hubblemindman]

Thanks for the video guys! Just found out my alternator went out yesterday so im going to give it a shot. .. thanks for the quality of the video as well

[@E80-t6e]

Very detailed and simply put video!! The battery on my 98 explorer XLT died a few days ago while I was driving it which was my fault because it died a while back and AAA told me it was at like 30% but I kept driving it anyway. So I replaced the battery and everything came on but it won’t start I can hear the starter clicking so I know that’s not it and I’m pretty sure I drained the alternator. With all that being said I’m going to change it myself after watching this video I feel very confident I can do it!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@BuzzellWoodCraft]

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[@559mikesmith]

this wasn't exactly how I had to replace the alternator on my 02 ford ranger but it was close enough and it got me to do the job myself which saved me time and money. Thanks!

[@jbowden718]

This is the second video you posted that helped me fix my Explorer. Thanks so much.

[@coladonato18]

i just replaced the alt on my 98 mountaineer. your tutorial helped out alot. The 3/8in tensioner oully was super tight so i nudged it just enough to slip the belt off and waalaa...rest of the install was a breeze.

[@guesswhomartin9249]

Wow... you make it look so simple. Now let's hope I'll have the same luck as you had. Thank you again, It was very helpful.

[@1AAuto]

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[@Orafaun]

Just watched this video and changed my 2001 Ford Explorer’s Alternator in the parking lot of an O’Reilly’s. Thanks!

[@Jackleg]

i watched your vid then replaced alternator on 1996 ranger 4 cyl. placement of alternator is a little different but steps are basically the same. great video!

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

Great video! Clean MAF sensor while you have it off. Save problems later down the road. It's amazing how we over look something so simple as checking and cleaning as we go. Kind of like house work, it's never gets done as well as we would like. I bought my 1998 Explorer sport in Aug 2012. It had 189,033 miles on it. Nothing had ever been replaced on the SUV. I got it for $1000 cash. Dead battery, needed tires and brakes in front. Check engine light was on. Before I made it home the battery light came on thinking it was just the bad battery I diagnosed the check lights as a vaccum leak and the alternator. dirty oil and Transmission and Brake fluid, coolant. I knew the hoses need replacing, so I replaced them all. Changed the oil and filter, sucked out all the transmission fluid, ABS bleed Check light went off. I upgraded the 95 amp factory installed alternator with a 130 amp one. Never have had problems since.$500 later. All these repairs would have cost over $2000 if I had taken it to a shop to do. Saved a bunch with my brothers help. He helped me by telling me what to do as I made the repair. I was so proud of myself.

[@dannyven18]

@1aauto thanks for the tip, i found out that the battery was malfunctioning so i got a new one (got it replaced) and now its as good as new. Thanks so much for the video, helped a lot.

[@1AAuto]

Unfortunately we are working on other videos at this time but we will keep this in mind for a video in the future.

[@1AAuto]

@GSnugg You might have to push the radiator hose out of the way, or possibly even remove it.

[@1AAuto]

@dannyven18 If it cranks over put does not catch. Check for to make sure you have spark and fuel pressure

[@billmichel9250]

Very helpful! I have to do this very thing tomorrow. I don't know what we'd do w/o you guys.

[@jayperez1769]

How did it go

[@neilembo55]

Right on bro,nice and easy,thanks from Canada,Victoria,Vancouver Island,you rawkkkkkkkkkkk!!!!!

[@bigfootswatching9986]

ThankYou so much for all your video's on how to do stuff for my 95 Ford Explorer!! You make it look so easily.....however at times things don't alway's go according to plans. Thank's again and been able to save $ due to your help!

[@DBuss-om8sh]

Exactly what I needed! I have a Ford Ranger 2007 and the parts and everything is the same. Thanks a lot!!!

[@threewheelsbetter]

i know how to do the alternator... but its 20°f outside... its nice to what tools i need before i go out side... saved me some time thanks

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[@LHollisIII]

Awesome instructional video.....just changed my alternator with your help.

[@Eaglehub]

Thanks much! This video was spot on and really helped me. The small tips were excellent and made the entire process a piece of cake! Awesome video!

[@1AAuto]

You're welcome. We carry new alternators (not rebuilts) on our website with FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states and NO core charges. Here's a link to them on our site, if anyone would like to check on pricing. www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Ford/Explorer?VideoReply&VideoReply&ATony

[@franciscoalvarez2875]

Thank you very much this tutorial helped me a lot, very well explained and the camera well focused.

[@sooome9294]

This gives me an idea of how to replace it, I don't have the confidence to do it myself. I have to wait for someone to do it for me. Nonetheless, it is a good video and I can come back on it if needed. Thank you.

[@jacjar1]

Great Video saved me a few hours and a few $100 bucks thanks

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[@blacklip7]

Awesome vid! Install was a breeze with this high quality 101 video.

[@travisandrews4181]

it was much ease thanks took longer to locate my tools God bless you .

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[@thecatalist9117]

Thanks 👌 😊 brother 🙏!

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[@lughead6]

Why would you take the belt all the way off? It adds two extra steps . 1:removing completely and then 2: having to reinstall.

[@Hinote6713]

Any videos on how to replace an alternator on an '02 Escape? It seems like it is going to be a huge P.I.A!! Even some pointers or tips would be amazing.

[@murphoto]

Thanks. Video was good overview before I went in and scrapped my knuckles. Almost exactly the same procedure for my 99 Ford Exploder.

[@TheRealGHound]

Used this video to do this job. Thank you for your help 1aauto

[@BrewersArcade]

Once again, Thank God for your videos

[@shadow6996]

1aauto you guy's rock. Very good video, nice picture window, very vivid well explained. THANKS FOR THE HELP...

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We currently do not have one that shows you how to replace the wipers, but we do have one that shows you how to replace the air filter. Here's a link to the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXLJY2WZpaZ6Zpo&feature=plcp

[@GSnugg]

@1aauto I have a 1999 Ford Explorer 5.0 V8. That space to reach the square tensioner slot is so tight; nearly impossible to see. Then, there is what I would identify as the radiator hose being right in the way. It is a direct obstruction. What can I do to get past this roadblock, so to speak?

[@1AAuto]

There may be an issue with it, or with the wiring somewhere on the vehicle.

[@15cHRIs26]

Do you have a video on how to diagnose your alternator? I took my car to the shop because all of a sudden it wont start. All the lights come on but it dosnt crank or anything. And its not the battery. They dont know what it is. Any ideas

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@BlacknRedTed Procedure should be similar.

[@84rex7]

Check your battery terminals make sure they're clean and your negative and positive are snug tight. Also make sure your ground and positive cable aren't loose (Most Likely Down By Transmission). If everythings fine after you've gone down the list and the car still isn't starting, it is probably your starter

[@khanqueso]

Thanks for the video! That leverage trick is really helpful.

[@fstop77]

Awesome video!! Very easy to follow. Thanks for posting!

[@grouper3059]

Excellent video, thank you for sharing! This worked perfect on my 2000 Ford Ranger.

[@1AAuto]

+Jeffrey Hoffman Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the replacement altenator shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Ford/Explorer/1AEAL00010?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@BaussHauggOutlawz]

Thanks a lot for the video! I'll be spending less time outside in -35 C messing around because of it.

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+blahh Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com

[@1AAuto]

Your local auto parts store should have a tester that they can put it on for you. If you need a new alternator we sell brand new ones with NO CORE charges, and free shipping. These are brand new alternators not rebuild ones that tend to be hit or miss in most cases. Have a great day, 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

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[@jasonsaybrook933]

Thanks buddy you just save me allot of money

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[@darthfriend1203]

do u have the ones where u can replace the battery cables and stopping AC leak ? On an explorer, 95 ?

[@VoidAeon]

What is the single wire on the harness? I got a new alternator. It does not have this connection.

[@alecthompson5856]

Did you ever figure this out? Im in the same situation. Does your alternator work without it plugged in?

[@jimmiealexander4988]

Thank you for the demonstration

[@javarisharris7047]

Thank you bro you made it so easy...

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[@jeremyhearn8941]

class-a mechanic. where is yor shop located? i want to have you do all of my work. one thing i noticed you didn't do, was spray some lithium grease inside the alternator. my last mechanic did that and it put out extra voltage. can you post a video showing me how to replace my windshield wipers and maybe one of how to change the air filter?

[@prissweb]

will this also work on a 96' ford explorer ?

[@springing]

Thanks for these videos. Very helpful!

[@lmt-adventures]

The tiny black/white wire plug adapter that plugs on the top of this alternator, what does it do? What is it for?

[@stjenka]

Hey guys, do you have a video showing how to clean or repair the sunroof leak on 1996 Explorer? Thanks.

[@dad7256]

Thanks, I would have taken the tension bar off! Off and on in about 45 min

[@Iknowonlywhatimtaught]

Thank you for sharing!❤

[@hectorrespeto]

Great video!! you guys are the best !!!!

[@monkeywrangler5200]

Working on a 3.0 Ranger, almost identical replacement though, is it common to need leverage to break these alternator bolts loose? These seem on insanely tight... I'm always fearful of breaking something off in these situations, and for some reason the ones I'm dealing with seem just really immovable.

[@monkeywrangler5200]

1A Auto Parts Thanks for the fast reply... Soaked it overnight actually and got them loose, had to leverage... Kinda shocked how tight they were though. Was thinking someone used threadlocker but not to be I guess. I rounded the tensioner assembly's bolt just recently so I was perhaps just overly paranoid, haha. The truck's nickname is Murphy at this point. :)

[@BlacknRedTed]

Great video. Would I change the alternator on my V8 model, the same way as in the video ?

[@nas8326]

Yes, hope this helps you get that alt changed.

[@roncraig007]

Can I use a high output alternator if it had a regular one before?

[@jasonportage]

This helped me. Thanks a lot!

[@JanoyCresva]

I have a 98 explorer and my alternator shows those two bolts on the bottom but threads and a nut on the top one. I have yet to see another one like this. Trying to remove it but not sure it it would be reverse threaded.

[@1AAuto]

+F Scarecro Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the replacement alternator shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Ford/Explorer/1AEAL00010?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@christopherdouglas179]

Awesome video..thank you!

[@onebigkahuna69]

A lot easier than the Haynes manual,The manual has you removing the passenger side front tire.

[@jc24_at4x]

On my 99 explorer the rpm's jump between 500 to 800 at idle. But only when I have the radio and ac on. Also the voltage gauge will drop to. Is this the alternator going out?

[@ji553r]

this video helps alot thank you.

[@z20000z]

Awesome, well done, Thanks!

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[@MultiJulioc1]

Podrias hacer un video de como quitar la bomba de la hidraulica, ya que , esta tirando aceite y necesito cambiarla y no hay videos para eso.Gracias amigo

[@1AAuto]

Gracias por su atención. En este momento no tenemos un video de reparación de automóviles que muestra esta reparación particular. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@ericpaltell1]

great video!

[@jessejames1075]

Great video! Thanks for saving me $200. Go Gators!

[@BlacknRedTed]

@1aauto Alright. Thanks alot. I am going to go and try and change this now.

[@jc24_at4x]

I have a 1999 Ford Explorer 4.0 sohc. When I turn the headlights and ac on my battery meter drops. And truck's idle jumps between 500 to 800 rpm. Is this the alternator or something else?

[@alanaelliott6318]

thank you this helped alot

[@dannyven18]

ok so i replaced the battery and the alternator, why is the car still not starting? any tips or something?

[@plainsimpletexas]

Thanks so much for the help

[@djpromethazine5045]

Can you tell me which wire is the sense wire??

[@tazhrucker9903]

👏🏾 thank you 🙏🏾

[@doorskizz]

Nice thank you man the best helped