Valeo alternator repair,common problem brush change.

[@bazzafireblade6068]

12 years later and this brilliant tutorial is STILL helping people save a small fortune,just fixed my vivaro van by following this , tremendous video and help,thanks a million

[@matteo9983]

Hi bazzafireblade6068, I want to ask you, what was the problem in your alternator? I have a low voltage (12,5v with running motor and 2000 rpm) thanks for your answers.

[@bazzafireblade6068]

@matteo9983 the alternator light was lit up on the dash,when I removed the old one , the brushes where worn completely away

[@matteo9983]

@bazzafireblade6068 thanks 👍

[@PRN-Life]

JAPP! so i saw this about 3-4 times and bought a new regulator (the company sent me the wrong part and reimbursed me ) and months later (car been in parkingspot since may 2022) i sat down and Orderd the new brushes "that should fit you modell " time flies and parts arrive at first glance ok looks legit . i took out the old brushes as in your video and realised that the parts company Once More had sent me the wrong parts ... those germans those germans . no biggie wrangled up a metallfile and filed them down to size bought a soldering iron 100sek/ca 10$ dollars with solder soldered those new brushes in to place and went to bed . Woke up this morning had a Whiskeygrog and went out mounted the generator/alternator in the car all good all cables and fittings as they Should Be and hopped into the car turned the Key AND THE CAR CHARGED AGAIN :-)))) Yep this here youtube and videos Does Matter Atleast for Me ! thx and hello from Sweden regards Paul Roger Nilsson

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice 😊

[@sydmillertek]

You are a legend. Spot on with the diagnostics and repairs. I thought I was going to have to spend over $600 on a new alternator but instead it cost me $4.20c for a new set of brushes. Cudos to you. 👏👍✅

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro 😊

[@olivierallegretti538]

thank you very much thanks to your video I repaired my alternator myself simply by changing the carbons, the hardest part was dismantling the alternator and putting it back in place after repair. Mercedes asked me 1200€ for this work another workshop them was asking me for 1000€ and finally I was able to do it thanks to you for 8€. Your video is the best, very clear and very well explained and the images are precise.Thanks

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

This is by far my favorite video on this topic. He mentions that the brushes are the same for the last thirty years. That is what makes cars interesting...knowing the story behind the manufacturing.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice bro 💯

[@JAMESFWALKERJR2006]

THANK YOU SIR!!!! MY NEW BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY JUST CAME IN THE MAIL. IM GOING NOW TO REPLACE THE BRUSHES AND REINSTALL ALTERNATOR!!!!!! YOU ARE GREAT THANK YOU FOR SHARING. I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOU. I HAVE REBUILT A BOSCH STARTER AND NOW A VALEO ALTERNATOR. ALL THE BEST, JAMES

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@Heligoland360]

Thank you. ~I have a 2002 VW Passat diesel estate, alternator light on informing to go to garage.. Called Garage best quote £350...with your instructions I was able to actually do the repair with the alternator still in the car..Hour and a half of my time,couple of quid for the brushes, running like a gem. You are a legend!!

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the brushes

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice bro

[@chucksneed6440]

I watched a lot of videos on this subject, yours was the most helpful. My alternator was just like the one in this video. The brushes were very worn down and the top one was black and not making contact. Thanks for the video!

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@jonnyboy470]

Just want to say thanks a million for this video, Just changed the brushes on a Valeo Alternator on a 2000 1.4 petrol Renault Scenic.. Don't know very much about cars and decided to take a chance.. Job went perfectly and refitted Alternator. Car started perfectly & Alternator back in business. Brushes cost 2eur's. Instead of 140 euro for a new Alternator & 60 euro for fitting.

[@kurtscheid3672]

Very good instructions, I was able to clean the brushes and slip rings. My alternator of the Kioti RX 7320 tractor is working again. BIG COMPLIMENT !!! Thank you very much. 👍👏💪

[@HSchoenmaekers]

Life saver! For a 2000 Renault Laguna: A replacement alternator goes up to 240 Euros A refurbished alternator would set me back around 120 Euros Now it only cost me 10 Euros for the new brushes and since I have little tools another 10 Euros in labour to get them soldered in place. Thanks for sharing

[@Uvisir]

This was the problem with my alternator on my BMW E61. After looking at this video and following instructions and also buying a new pair of brushes the "Battery charging problem" was fixed. Thanks a lot!

[@ricardocoronado9321]

My voltage regulator was failing on my 2005 Chevy Uplander, flickering interior and exterior lights. With your great knowledge and video I was able to replace the part with much confidence. Thank you very much from the Windy City.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro ❤😊

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good

[@idoi2565]

Tank you Martin, power steering fluid leaked out of my pump onto the alternator and the brushes turned to butter your video and clear advice saved me £188 for a new One repairing old for £4 your a star... Tank you friend

[@simonarrowsmith95]

You just saved me a fortune, with a bit of a fight I changed the brushes whilst alternator still in position Audi A6 2.5 TDI. Cannot thank you enough

[@wArAtAriz]

I having this problem now. Today take it out alternator and take a part and my brushes is worn out indeed. So now just need order new brushes and go a head with job :) Uploader you are saver, you save my money I taught me a good leson ;) Respect ! Thank you !

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro 💯

[@xenavideodungeon]

Thank you so much for this video! You've saved me a lot of money. I ordered the replacement brush kit from you last weekend, they arrived today. 5 days shipping to USA. All in all, it took about 30 minutes from removing the regulator to re-installing and we didn't even have to take the alternator off to do it (Pontiac Aztek). The only hitch we had was threading the new brush wires through the holes. So my father soldered a wire to the end and it went right through. Thanks again, you rock!

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the bushes

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice

[@ivanpobuvan1921]

Привет с Финляндии.Жаль что не увидел тебя неделю назад.пришлось выбросить 56 евро.с учетом того что менял сам целый блок.на станции взяли бы 80 евро за деталь(наценка)+120 евро(60 евро час)-обычно все делаю сам- но к этому как-то не додумался-супер совет- РЕСПЕКТ И УВАЖУХА

[@mariofabrizi5050]

Great explanation. Replacement alternator for my car is $450, high mileage car so am off to buy brushes. Hell brushes cost $85 here in NZ

[@lenovoguy007]

Nice, just fixed one for the 2009 320d, just followed your instructions. Thanks bro, you saved me thousands…

[@phillipallsopp4376]

Thanks a million!!! I was looking all day for a video to help me service the alternator on my 2007 Ford Focus. Everyone was making me feel that it is rocket science...but it is quite simple.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@JoeBob79569]

My alternator died and I took it totally apart this evening for a nosey inside. Brushes are fine, so are the windings, and everything seems to have continuity in the right places, as far as I can tell. The cables going to the car/battery are also good. It might be the regulator itself, or a diode or something. Or it just might have wanted to be taken apart and put back together again. Maybe one of the brushes was sticking or something. I'll throw it back on the car tomorrow and see if it works. Great video..

[@ozosman3234]

Thanks Mark, I've just followed your video and changed the brushes on the alternator in my Renault scenic. the alternator is working fine now and the battery warning light has gone out.

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the brushes

[@jarmoturunen6519]

Thanks for the tips, I just saved a couple hundred euros. Now the repair cost only a few euros, and my own work. Kiitos vinkeistä, säästin juuri ansiostasi pari sataa euroa. Nyt korjaus maksoi vain muutaman euron, ja oman työpanokseni.

[@eyenosenuttin]

I gotta say, your videos are fantastic. I encourage you to continue the series with every product model you can, as they are much appreciated. Thank you for your efforts.

[@phillipcleaver7063]

Thank you very much , the charge light on my vw van came on yesterday , I knew it was either brushes , slip rings or diodes but I,ve never stripped a Valeo alternator , I,m old school & only know Lucas & Delco Remy , so this has given me the knowledge , thus , nerve , to do my own job on this , yes , I couldn,t get the damn cover off for fear of smashing it ! but knew what was under it . Pure frustration .!.... You,re a top bloke , rock on mate , from central england .

[@slimbaby9137]

Thank you for this vid. Did mine on a BMW 645. It's been well over 4 months ago. Still shining like a star! Thanks again!

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice 😊

[@no1froggy]

Thank goodness I found your vid as i have been trying to desolder the whole top to get the brushes out, now i know I just cut them off smooth,,,,cheers.,,,,oh & to hold the brushes in place when soldering it is easier to put the brushes in place & then replace the plastic cap & then jam the brushes up against it with a bit of card, I also marked the old brushes before taking them out so I knew how much of the brush had to go in its holder in its relaxed position, I hope that makes sense !.

[@davids5268]

Extremely helpful, well-explained video - I haven't yet removed my alternator, which I was planning on replacing. But now I will instead check the brushes first, which I hope are the problem, especially as my car has done 220,000 miles and the brushes are hopefully worn out and the cause of my battery not charging! Thanks

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@chrisvance8220]

I bought my brushes from dayton quality starter for $6.71 . this video saved me $193.00 . thanks man if ur ever in dayton I'd like to buy you a beer!

[@JurisKankalis]

Exact type of alternator on my 2008 audi a6 3,0 tdi. Getting new brushes tomorrow at 204000 km. Great and helpful vid, thanks!!

[@ryansmithza]

Thank you for the video! I replaced my brushes this weekend and this morning the car is charging at about 14.5V 🙏🎊🎉🙏🎊🎉🙏

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the brushes?

[@bansheedearg]

Thank you! I just replaced my wife's alternator and saved about $600 v.s. the dealer quote, she needed a no-nonsense quick repair so diagnosis was out of the question beyond replace it. But I kept the old one, took the brushes off and it looks exactly like how you have in your video, one brush not contacting the exciter coil. So I'm off to buy replacement brushes! My 1997 taco is only charging to about 12v, perhaps the diodes are bad on that one? I have a little more leeway with my truck though, I can wrench on it all I want. =)

[@fw2699]

I almost bought a new one for much money..... Thanks... I'm really excited to have found this video.

[@vmontijo]

Wonderful video - thank you so much... this is almost the exact alternator from my Mercedes C230 Coupe... I ordered and received my brushes and now I am going to put them in! I never would have tried this had it not been for your video - thank you so much from San Diego, CA, USA!

[@kimsikorski5691]

Hi, I have a 1999 C230 Mercedes with a Valeo alternator but I haven't been able to find the brushes. Just was wondering if where you found the brushes for yours if they would have mine. Would greatly appreciate any info. Thank you.

[@vmontijo]

@@kimsikorski5691 Hi Jim - yes, I found them on Ebay under $10!!! Worked great! www.ebay.com/itm/202127353236

[@freemindas]

Did they give you intermittent random light warning before going out ?

[@vmontijo]

@@freemindas Yes - exactly that...

[@freemindas]

@@vmontijo thank you . My alternator is doing the same thing.

[@HealthvsWealth4me]

Thank you for this video. I performed this on my 2010 Audi A4 2.0t today and the job went well, although I cracked the plastic cover removing it since 2 holes locked onto the protruding bolts. (yours seemed to clear them ???). Since I had the soldering iron out, I plastic welded it back together. Ha! I was able to get the brushes on ebay for approx $9.00. This saved me a lot of money and I am also a big DIY'er. Thank you for posting this fix!

[@MatthewTaylor3]

I can attest that following the steps in this video resolved MY problem. I bought replacement brushes and replaced them myself as seen in this video. The solder in the alternator requires 450*C to melt and not 400*C as I had thought. It requires quite a bit of heat to get it dome.

[@mariofabrizi5050]

yea he used a massive one in the vid...

[@ThePetra11]

Best video and explanation I've see, no bullshite just simple clear instructions. Thanks for making it

[@derri00]

Best video on KZbin about alternator repair very clear instructions 👍

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro 😊

[@axenz1]

I did try to heat using the Solder, it wont come off, thanks for your video I managed to change it with you technique. 👍👍👍👍

[@hebay2]

If the top slip ring is shot on these alternators you can slide a piece of 15mm copper plumbing tube over it and solder it on.youl need to file it slightly inside for it to slide over, did mine 4 years ago and its still fine. Saved a lot of agro and money

[@DopaSlides]

I just paid someone to replace mine, big rip. Could have done it myself for $20 in brushes. Thanks for the video man!

[@homerfj1100]

I have to say that was one of the best explanations I have viewed. Excellent stuff and thank you so much.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice

[@anthonycheetham1075]

You are brilliant, I just fixed my alternator for £4. You should be on TV. Many thanks

[@nicolaasjacobus1891]

Must say the best explanations I have seen about the Amarok altonater repair thanks allot appreciate IT!! !

[@nosuchthing4789]

I recommend to use cylindrical grinder to modify new brushes to follow the shape of a rotor. Otherwise, plastic holder tend to snap due to leverage force (excessive resistance/tripping) passed from rotor's side. Btw, great video. I respect repairs of things that can be repaired. With a little effort - from 50$ for the cost of whole regulator to 0.5$. Nice, right?

[@habsom1406]

That's a good point you make there with the grinder! 👍

[@deniseclark2639]

DONT YOU JUST LOVE THIS GUY ?

[@ParFektion]

Thanks man! Did this job today. Didn't have to change the alternator thanks to you 🙏🏻👏🏻

[@timk3939]

Great video, thanks. Think my brushes are worn as my battery light has come on, initially only at low revs, but now at all revs below 5000rpm. They've only got a few about 5mm of meat on them. BMW E46 Valeo 90A alternator, regulator looks very similar to the one you had.

[@stephenbarnes5341]

Excellent video, have had problems with my c200 kompressor which has today thrown a code for the regulator, Have some brushes on order for tomorrow.

[@atvkid0805]

Thanks for the post, I needed an alternator so I just bought a new one but after seeing this I might inspect the old one, order brushes and return the new one!

[@NuMooX]

That is exactly what i did!!

[@ken355555]

atvkid0805 thanks for that video....you made it look easy...I just got a quote... €495 for a new alternator.

[@wernerdanler2742]

@@ken355555 Did you buy that. I know it's been 2 years but you can find them on e-bay for half that price, at least here in the U.S. and they are original Valeo not Chinese junk.

[@kimsikorski5691]

@@wernerdanler2742 I have a 1999 C230 Mercedes with a Valeo alternator but I havent been able to find the brushes anywhere. Would you happen to be able to let me know where I could find them? Ive looked everywhere and have been told you can't buy the brushes. Thank you in advanced.

[@wernerdanler2742]

@@kimsikorski5691 Hi Kim. I did not see the brushes separate from the voltage regulator. They are soldered in. I thought about going to a alternator/starter rebuilder to see about getting brushes that were the same size but went ahead and got the voltage regulator. That cost me $129 + shipping. Ended up not fixing the alternator so it was a waste of money. If you replace the regulator or even just the brushes and find it still does not work you will kick yourself for wasting the time and money on it. These things are non-returnable. I went through 2 rebuilt alternators before finding a good one. This has happened to me before when buying rebuilt ones. I spent a total of $330 on this. I could have gotten a new Valeo alternator for $235. I'll never go for the "simple" solution of volt regulator or brushes again. I ended up taking the alternator off and on 5 times and my car was down over a month. One thing I do not know is if the Valeo can be replaced with a Bosch. My original Valeo had two tags on it that said Bosch. You can get a new Bosch a lot cheaper. I guess you can contact Mercedes-Benz and see if they can tell you. Hope this helps at least a little. Addendum: I just re-watched this video and in the description he gives a link to get the brushes. See if you can still get them there.

[@turkishbossman7923]

Just fixed my e46 m3 alternator u my friend are a LEGEND in the flesh 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@finisch1]

Thanks for the help! My problem was that charging was working only with an almost full (>cca12.6V) battery, I did not think that it was the brush, but seems it is. Same black upper slippering. Mine is a very similar alternator in my Audi Q7 3.0D 2007.

[@alian9046]

Damm good video ,my battery light came on yesterday was about to pay 140$ for one when I found video ,did everything like you said it needed a bad cleaning didn't have to replace anything , works beautifully , keep up the good work , & god bless .

[@matedozsa5987]

Hello, Thank you so much for this video. This was very usefull for me with my 2004 BMW e46 320d. This repair can be easyly done in a garage with some basic tools and you can save some money and get some basic diy knowladge. Thanks and regard! Mate

[@Topazzar]

Thanks for the video. My BMW with a Valeo alternator just died. Rather than pay over $700AUD for a new one I'm definitely giving this a go.

[@phillipcleaver7063]

Did this today on my damm vanne , but without taking the alternator off , it would be much easier on the bench , this guy,s right , high tin solder used in manufacture , so a good hot soldering iron is essential , but used with quick dabs it can be done , avoid bare flamed devices , dead right to cut out the section at the top of the slip ring cap , as it,s a complete bloody nuisance at reassembly , ( the bit inside the cap with the 2 square brush holes in it) . The leads off the brushes can be LIGHTLY clamped against the outside of the brush box with a small set of mole grips , while you solder the leads to contacts , get the longest lead - ed brushes you can , as poking the leads out through the top of the brush box is a fiddle , with the springs on the leads above the brushes , twisting the leads gently up together like a miniature bit of rope helps stiffen them to get them through the hole . Excellent advice from an obviously professional guy . Respect , & Thanks .

[@fredriku8071]

So grateful for this video! It was 100% the fix that my alternator needed! Thank you!

[@cole___8151]

Very helpful video. I was able to replace the from bearing with ease. The bearing actually was stuck to the alternator case not the shaft. A little heat and the bearing pushed right out.

[@WestronicsIrl]

Hello mate, Regulators dont really give any trouble in these types. If you are certain that the alternator is the problem i would sugest checking the continuity of the rotor,just between the sliprings. If rotor is ok it becomes complicated then,but i would give another go to the positive wire that goes from the battery to the alternator. Just double check it. Hope this helps :D.

[@massimo6597]

Sei diventato il mio miglior amico, ho riparato grazie al tuo video l'alternatore del Mercedes W164 (identico al tuo), risolto con 2 euro spero duri un bel po!

[@johnnyhernandez7561]

Thank you now i have more confidence in replacing my alternator brushes God bless🙏🙏

[@Joseph-lg9je]

Awesome video. I learned a lot and im now able to put off buying a new one for awhile. Thank you

[@enforcementofficer4802]

Hi, do you know if I can change the voltage regulator on a Valeo Alternator 9675753680 (180A + stop/start)? It has a welded/fixed pulley and seems to have a separate housing for the bushes (so not like the part you show). If you can help that would be awesome - thank you :)

[@themanthis837]

thanx man, i was finally able to remove the damn plastic cap :)

[@CUTTEO67]

I should watch this video first before buying a new alternator, great video.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good bro

[@MrZdziebelek]

Many thx for your complex instruction!! The beat explanation I have ever seen!

[@romakayak]

Well done sir, excellent instructions. I just wasted €134 on o recon alternator for my Peugeot 1.4hdi. I should have watched your video first.

[@krivickas]

Thank you. Everything explained and the job looks very easy. Purchased brushes from you, now going to install them. Thank you.

[@ShakirAuto067]

Good

[@alexalex7158]

Watching your video think you saved me a lot of time ... I was thinking to replace it... hut i was wondering if i can change the brushes without taking the alternator off the car as I have to dismantle whole front end...

[@Ryan-95-]

Great video. Bought a Valeo alternator rebuilt kit which has new brushes, Slip ring and bearings. You're video helped a lot, many thanks :)

[@ambergordon5443]

Dude saved me $1000 on a new alternator for my Audi S5 this guys beast

[@SWTWHITEGSR]

Nice video , 02 bmw 325ci alternator not charging I ordered the brushes from your link .is there any other part that I need that would cause alternator not to charge?

[@TomekMysko]

Inspired me so much.Thank you. I started to do it without removing the alternator from my T5. I think It will be possible just with one hand slided between the radiator fan and the angine.

[@bv4963]

Bro. My alternator gave up. I had barely any money, panicking thinking i wont be able to fix my car that i need for my job. I managed to find your channel and you saved me £500. Getting the fucker out of the engine bay was a different matter. Nevertheless your a G for this video. Keep goin thanks for the help.

[@camatruder7362]

Thanks, man, you just saved me 500 bucks. Mine is a watercooled Delphi alternator but the job was very similar to your video.

[@skipper7351]

Hallo, haben sie den regler auch erneuert? Oder nur die kohlebürsten erneuert? Habe auch eine delphi die wassergekühlt ist. Bei mir kann man seperat die bürsten vom regler wechseln. Sind getrennt von einander. Danke

[@camatruder7362]

@@skipper7351as i remember i only changed brushes

[@skipper7351]

@@camatruder7362 1000 dank. Ich habe vor nur die bürsten, den schleifring und die lager zu erneuern. Grüße

[@garymack4650]

Best video demonstration ever

[@habsom1406]

Great video, excellent explanation and camera work, thank you! Lovin' the accent too to be sure! 😎👍

[@korgied]

Advice on top of this: For the soldering of the brushes, use a quality leaded solder from a good brand such as Kester or MG Chemicals (the latter is generally a bit more affordable in the US in my experience - not sure about what's available in other countries). Low quality solder, and also lead-free solder, tends to be brittle and will be more likely to develop a connection issue. Not all solder is the same. Low-quality lead-free solder is the worst. Lead is malleable and helps keep solder joints in good condition when there is some vibration. Don't eat it and don't breathe too much of the fumes from the soldering in and it won't be an issue.

[@keepthinking2666]

I was stupid and got wai new alternator, never worked right some times voltage would bounce around from 12.8 to 13.78 so they sent me a replacement and I put that in yesterday and it's the same if you press the gas the RPMs will actually go up which increases your voltage but what I've realized is when spinning the wheel on the Valeo vs wai The Valeo oem spin super easy one twist with your finger and it rotates about 10 to 15 times however do that on the new one and you'll get one or two and also the voltage setting was 14 volts on the OEM versus 12V on new

[@davesteele2501]

Generally an excellent video. I used it to attempt a repair on a Valeo alternator (type 2542525A) on my sons Peugeot 106 on which the battery light flickered under engine load. With the alternator on the bench and the cover off, in addition to two obvious fixings, it had two 7mm bolt connections to the rectifier under the regulator. To access them I had to lever up part of the regulator to undo them before it could be fully removed from the alternator. The brush replacement was as per the video and went well. However, the alternator now has no charging output and the battery light is solid on. Maybe I damaged the regulator during the dismantling exercise? Or I could now have a further fault on the external wiring? Although the voltages from the battery and ECU look OK? I replaced the removed silicone over the brush and regulator connections which is something not explained in the video; failing to do this will possibly lead to shorting issues caused by carbon dust I think.

[@skxayaz]

Thank you very much. I always wondered how to change brushes. Best video guide! My T4 is going to be happy again.

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the brushes

[@craigchamberlain]

I've got a Valeo 170A alternator on my 2008 BMW E61 535d and it's charging at around 15.2V which seems a bit high to me. The weird thing is that the charging voltage drops to 14.2V if I start the car with the BSD communications connection removed so it appears as if the excess voltage is being "commanded" but the engine ECU. The alternator is rated at 14V and I've read lots of articles which say that voltages over about 14.8V could damage electronic modules. The battery is a genuine BMW 90Ah 900A CCA(EN) unit which I bought in November 2018 and is showing 72% state of health with 771 of the original 900 CCA remaining (Foxwell Battery Tester). Any thoughts on whether a regulator replacement might help or if there is something else going on? The battery isn't brand new by any means but I don't think it's the main problem. Thanks - your video was very interesting.

[@noelmcelwee5782]

Excellent video Martin, well explained and very clear so all the DIY guys out there can follow and save themselves a fortune.... I have the same problem with a BMW 530D an intermittent fault that had me running in circles for a couple of days as the faults would always change when I carried out a code read...... keep up the good work :)

[@maazdiary2969]

Great detailed video. I will be replacing my alternator regulator in few days. Same Valeo model. Thanks!

[@thomasandersen9041]

An excellent video. Good explaining, good pictures of the alternators brushes and soldering points. I manges to repair my alternator. Thanks to you 👏🏼

[@mannyhidalgo3075]

Where do you get( buy) the brushes

[@thomasandersen9041]

@@mannyhidalgo3075 I bought mind on eBay. Just enter the number on the alternator

[@DCMamvcivmEvony]

Wish I would have seen this video before buying a new alternator. At least I now know I can repair my old one and sell it on. :)

[@captdanford3841]

hi mate cracking video..could i possibly ask you? iv taken my valeo of my BMW 650 to clean( long story) but just took plastic backimg of alternator and the regulator plug..the socket is part of of the black casing so when i removed it it doesn't seem connected in anyway to anything umder the black cover.do they work of magnetism.or something..thanks man amd sorry to bother you.dan

[@ajraybould3145]

Great video. Really clear. Going to try this on my Freelander now. Many thanks for saving me the cost of a new alternator.

[@darrintoms9381]

Great video thanks...are the bearings the same on most valeo alternators too ?

[@boblong6796]

I bought a new alternator. Will try this on the next one 👌

[@takeshicamara]

Thank god I saw your video before to buy a new alternator!! And thank you for share your knowledge 👍🏻

[@ShakirAuto067]

Nice and good bro

[@oldowl4290]

I need to replace my voltage reg brushes on my VW MK3 Cabrio volt regulator but I see that the alternator shaft is really grooved from the electrical conduction. So unless it can be machined or sanded carefully back smooth I just don't see how new brushes alone will really solve the problem. It seems to just be a band-aid fix.

[@surfibit]

I just bought and installed a new alt. $ 150 they only offer me $ 12 for the core ie. old one, I wish I knew this first, but I will look @ this and see if it works and keep the old one for a spare

[@JaySebX07]

Great Video. Did mine and it had the same problem. Im about to order new brushes but im having troubles removing the black cover on the regulator. What exactly do you have to break off?

[@takawiraeverson3484]

Thanks so much your video is simple and understandable today am going to try it,I salute you.

[@edward.h3532]

Fantastic video. Hope I will manage to fix my alternator on my Peugeot 307 sw

[@tashasofia2749]

What an amazing information! May God gives your blessing in everything you do.

[@ngal811]

Great video!! I am about to do this on my car as it has stopped charging the battery. But I have a question. Is it not better to buy a new regulator which includes new brushes to solve this problem? Say that the problem is worn out brushes and you replace them. What if the regulator (electronics) breaks after a couple of hundres miles and you have to do it all over again? In my case I have a VW Passat -01 and it is a bit of work to have it removed. What do you recommend? //Kim, from the middle of Sweden.

[@najjarjoseph4078]

excellent tuto the most sympatic and clear video to repair alternator regulator and brushes with second part video