How to replace an alternator on a 2007 - 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe - EGM

[@erinmory141]

I want to thank you for this video. Before I watched the video, I had no idea where the alternator was but after arguing with my husband by phone, I hung up on him and decided to do it myself. Thanks to your video, I did but it took me 1.5 hours rather than 15 mins. That was because of trying to get new one to drop in place and get bolts lined up

[@EducatedGreaseMonkey]

You are welcome. Lining up those bolts can be a pain if youve never done them before. Good Job!

[@deviousjunkee3205]

Come on, everyone, thumbs up the strong independent woman who "don't need no man" and defies gender specific stereotypes.

[@bellxplayzbw]

Thank you so much for posting this video! My alternator died today, but thankfully I made it home. I searched and found your video. The hardest part was getting the new one to go in the slot to line up the holes for the screws. Other than that...it was so easy. Thank you for saving me the ridiculous labor the auto shop would've charged me. Not that its a big deal, but I'm a woman too like the comment below. Your video made me believe I could do it and I did! Super proud right now :)

[@codybersicc7939]

how u made it home

[@jakeblackshear4579]

Excellent video! Ive never done anything like this and just replaced the alternator on my wifes 2010 tahoe following your instructions - much thanks!

[@Starsmb1492]

Hey Carlos, saw your video on replacing the Alternator for Chevy Tahoe. I just replaced mine for a 2008. Your explanation was VERY easy to understand and your walk thru the main steps to replace. I was able to get everything removed (the removal of the old one took some time with a heavy crowbar type wedged underneath) in about 8 minutes. Then about 10 minutes getting the new one wedged down into the slot where the bolts lined up. I did want to add a couple things that may help your viewers. People may need to remove or make sure they know the top plastic cover piece has two clips in the back towards the firewall but easily slides out. Next once they get everything all aligned back up, bolts in to hold the new Alternator, is the tensionioner for the belt. I took that step as you had to remove that bolt and pulley so it would loosen and move to the right towards the alternator to loosen the belt. AND then to put it back on, slip the belt around everything but the idler, move shift the tensioner to the right and easily slide the belt under. Took me like 30 seconds and then putting everything back was like 5 minutes. Re-checked the belt routing and pulleys, screws etc, before cranking the truck up. Aside from these very minor things EXCELLENT video and yes, I believe it could be done in under 25-30 minutes for the novice mechanic. Thanks for the HELP! Michael

[@maaly8111]

Thank you for the more detailed tips. I think I may have to change my alternator.

[@mhambster]

Sweet. Thanks, man. Replacing the alternator didn’t feel me out, but all the other videos I watched didn’t show the actual tensioner, so I wasn’t sure where to go for it. This video was clear, showed you actually doing the work, and was to the point. Well done. Thanks.

[@srt8charger982]

Thanks man I had a problem with my light dimming up and down while driving or in park I did some research and came up with an alternator problem. Your video was super helpful. Thanks did it in 10 minutes to 15 minutes. Problem solved 😊

[@travislogsdon8691]

BEST VIDEO I HAVE WATCHED ----- DIRECT AND TO THE POINT THANKS

[@ccarlosg13]

Just had mine go out, found your video, found some tools, had the alternator rebuilt, you saved my day! Thanks :)

[@derekcreative2811]

Thank you!! Was able to remove alternator in no time. Replacement part (Duralast /Autozone) fit right in. Was concerned about resetting the belt but all went well. Appreciate you sharing.

[@acballer1831]

Thanks man just installed my alternator… good video

[@j.d.overton9833]

Very helpful thank you. While replacing alternator ('08 Escalade ESV) also replaced the belts and belt tensioner on both serpentine and AC. Took me a bit to figure out the bolts were loose on the alternator, but needed to be pulled out the rest of the way (kept turning). Had to pry fairly hard to get old one out and pound the new one in which was clearly demonstrated in the video. You can do it too.

[@vyoung8623]

Thank you for your help, I believe I need to replace my alternator, I know I have to replace the battery. Im hoping once I get a new battery the alternator will be ok and hopefully not using the charge from the battery to stay alive. Thank you again.

[@Lilantfive10]

I appreciate the help man,this video really saved me money and time

[@N8andKids]

Great video! I had never swapped one out before and it was very easy following this video. I appreciate it!

[@presentparentcollective]

Almost took to a shop and found video. Thanks so much worked out great (07 Tahoe)

[@fabricioafonso824]

Thanks to this video, i just did my 07 avalanche. Thanks

[@mikeg.4381]

Hey EGM ! Awesome channel and straight to the point man. 👍🏼 I was wondering if you could help me with an electrical issue? I have an 07 Tahoe as well and my “service charging system” keeps coming up intermittently but then returns to normal. I’ve experienced complete power loss and “service Stabilitrak”, headlights pulsing , and then everything goes back to normal. Battery/Alternator test fine and I’ve read in quite a few forums and on different channels that the factory ground cable is defective or just plain garbage and that it becomes corroded and deteriorates inside the insulation and after time causes grounding issues (🤔obviously)😐 Before I tear it apart and unnecessarily start replacing everything, do you have any info on this type of issue that may save me some time and money? Apologize for the novel and any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mike G

[@andreslozoya7]

EXACTLY the same things happened to me. Did you find the solution??? I’ve been looking for videos for over an hour.

[@mikeg.4381]

@@andreslozoya7 No luck yet and still having issues... please let me know if you come up with any possible solution. Good luck 🤞🏼

[@andreslozoya7]

@@mikeg.4381 kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4PWkJ2MbJqZkMk just did this to mine. It did help but I think I’m going to go ahead and replace the alternator. The worker at oreillys tested out my electric system and said it reads that it failed.

[@hitmanm818]

Mine is is making a humming sound voltage on the meter on a 1/4 up and down should I change the band

[@mcj8930]

Thank u saved me 80$ today

[@jefferystone3131]

Thanks for video, i have the Tahoe 2007 LT, after changing alternator my radio would not power on, check my fuses and they were all good and the chime when door is open dosent chime.

[@chrisgomez859]

What are the cables next to the 10 mm bolt behind the alternator?

[@marvinwcoffman]

Life saver, thanks man!

[@lazesquivel2677]

What if the Tahoe still gives a high voltage reading but discharges over night? I read it could be the ECM...it did give a service charging system display but hasn't showed it anymore...what could it be? Alternator on it's last legs?

[@andresimmons6249]

My new alternator fluctuate stays right under 14.. 160amp... is it defective duralast GOLD...

[@Mordorer]

What method do you use to diagnose it?

[@boston1562]

It would be nice if you showed the sequence for belt removal, install, and how much tension to put on the belt. And also let people know what sequence to disconnect/attach the pos/neg terminals from battery. Thanks

[@imbubba56]

Thanks Carlos!

[@JuanAyala-e9b]

Very helpful

[@enriquet548]

Did you buy a new serpentine belt to go with it?

[@swaggerameister]

Thank you brother👍🏽

[@Auely]

Amazingly easy.

[@adelfosotelo2624]

Thanks you for your help

[@amberwilliams1571]

I did the same thing it stay over the 14 for two days then this morning it went down to the one on the 14 is that normal

[@Sean6945]

Carlos....I have a question. I own the same truck 2007 Tahoe. What Optima Red cap battery are you using. I want to use that battery but it says not compatible with my truck?? Thanks Sean

[@EducatedGreaseMonkey]

The negative cable took a little bit of playing around to work. However once its on no issues. That is probably why they tell you it doesn't fit.

[@diversity2739]

good stuff! thanks

[@mebang1]

Straight forward.

[@LicHomero]

Thanks sir! A lot

[@alexamiranda336]

Have you come across the issue where you loose power completely to the whole truck while driving? Supposedly it the ground wires that are bad that came from the manufacturer?

[@mikeg.4381]

@Jose Miranda I have an 07 Tahoe as well and have experienced the same issue. I have read up on the topic and came up with the same info about the factory ground wire being defective and becoming corroded and deteriorating inside the insulation. Just wondering if you had any updates on how or if you resolved your problem? Any info on this topic would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[@alexamiranda336]

@@mikeg.4381 bro so far i havent had an issue since i changed it out man and mine stayed at the dealership since day one for a month and they couldn't figure it out.. i bought mine on amazon for a little over a 100 bucks i could be wrong. Change it out and let me know how it went bro

[@mikeg.4381]

@Jose Miranda appreciate the info bro. I will absolutely share any and all info on this topic if and when I get it resolved. Appreciate you getting back to me.

[@alexamiranda336]

@@mikeg.4381 no problem man trust me it was such a stressful thing to go thru driving at high speeds and the truck randomly shut off.. it should have been a recalled from chevy.. so far have nt seen any info in regards to this.. hopefully it helps it out me keep us posted!

[@andreslozoya7]

Did you guys replace the negative wire or just the ground?

[@malvizar85]

Will a bad alternator cause your idle to be rough?

[@maaly8111]

Yes

[@Alamo_City_Tx]

Wish my 2013 chevy traverse was this easy

[@joshuakelly974]

Thank youuuuuu🙂

[@bris9984]

Just changed mine thanks

[@EducatedGreaseMonkey]

Great!

[@RealityRanger1881]

It would have been helpful to have spent a little time showing how to remove and replace the belt.

[@MrEanthoriUndizputedundadog]

Didnt kearn shit he whizzed thru it so fast

[@OzzyIV]

Who the hell disliked this video

[@EducatedGreaseMonkey]

It happens. lol

[@Valentinstravel]

U forgot to show how to do the belt

[@curiouscampbell5447]

Trade the tahoe in trust me..my starter went our 2 weeks ago so I got a new battery and starter now 2 days after replacing those my alternator went out..

[@caddymac3]

Dealer wanted to charge me $1500 for this. So sad. Why are people like this?

[@Wannakatana2112]

Nix the music or lower the volume, it's louder than your voice