One of the best how-to YT videos I've seen. No guy in camo flapping his hands for 5 minutes as though everyone tuned in to see his act, no needlessly long-running shots of bolts being tightened, etc., just clearly-demonstrated concise steps. Thanks
Used this video last night to replace the alternator in my son's 2003 Liberty. While it took me a bit longer than expected, watching this video was extremely helpful. Thank you.
This is why I love my 2004 Liberty so much… it’s pretty easy to work on myself and I’m not mechanically inclined at all! I’ve had very little go wrong with it, less than $1000 in small, easy repairs in the 19 years I’ve owned it!
If you're like me and have a 2010 Jeep liberty sport 4wd 3.7 V6 that doesn't exist on the internet, this video is super helpful. It showed me the exact bolts to remove what to unplug and how to remove it. Perfect. Except my alternator is lower in the engine compartment and behind my radiator. I had to pull off the grille, headlights, coolant resovoir and fan gaurd to access the tensioner. Once all of that once done it's the exact same process as the video. Got it done and my Jeep now lives once more. Thanks 1aauto!
+Lance Drexler Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
This video was very helpful. My 04 Jeep Liberty has a cooling fan shroud that had to be removed to access the belt. Simple process and videos on YT show how. Requires a 10mm socket. Thanks for the video!
I would like to just say thank you, because of you guys I was able to save a lot of money and was able to change my alternator fully I will definitely be sticking with you guy 💛💯💯
I wanted to share my appreciation. I was able to change my alternator and the battery, the dying alternator killed.. in about an hour .. 3 bolts + the power cord and clip and bingo its out.. reverse and its in.. then get the serpentine belt back on (don't take it all the way off, just remove it from the alternator. Very nice for a parts company to provide simple tutorials like this. **ALSO was able to use parts and video from 1aauto.com to fix the common broken window issue with my jeep liberty 06 Thanks again!
+richard bowles Thank you for your order and your feedback! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
i was never taught anything about cars growing up but after watching this and seeing how easy it was. i bought my part from you guys and gonna get this done. thanks!!!
Thank you so much when I got my alternator off I held it in the air like Simba from the Lion King😂 I saved myself so much money by doing it myself but I could not have done it without you're video and for this I am grateful. To all the females and males out there you can achieve greatness by watching others 🤗
+Jeffrey Meeks Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
+Doug Blatchford Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
+Luke Majerle Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
I watched a video of yours on how to replace a car battery. It was SO helpful!!! Thank you. If for some reason I need to change my alternator, I have always been intimidated by that thinking it was a HUGE job and would cost $600 or more. Now after watching this video, I feel I can do this myself. I cannot thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and giving me this confidence. As a single mom, that is huge! :)
This video was awesome! I’ve learned how to do a lot from watching TH-cam videos! Thank you so much for an awesome detailed video 🙏🏾 Also, putting the new alternator back in requires some big girl strength lol!
Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Lion3605
A friend of mines has an 05 Jeep Liberty with the EXACT same problem. After WATCHING this video. I'm SURE that I can change the Alternator on her car!!! And if it takes 20 minutes or something like that, then SO be it!!! Great information. Someone quoted my friend $460 just to replace it!!^_^
Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
Thanks for watching. if any of our viewers needs to replace their alternator we carry the one shown in this video on our website. Our alternators are bran new, they're not rebuilt units and there's no core charge. Here's a link to the one in the video goo.gl/Gbuocz
You forgot to mention that Jeep Liberty's use two different sizes of alternator (Amp Output) although they look identical in every way. One is a 136 Amp (Oval Plug) the other is a 160 Amp (Square Plug). The only difference is in the shape of the small two-wire plugs, one is square the other is oval.
Thank you so much! I just ordered an alternator and it gave me two choices and I went with 136, and so glad I made the right decision! I’m pretty sure mine is oval!
Putting the belt back on is a four handed operation. It takes two hands to pry the damn tensioner up and hold it in place. Then one hand to guide the belt onto the engine with a fourth keeping it in place on the center wheel because it likes to slide off of that because there are no grooves or channels to keep it in place. Started at 6AM this morning. Had the new alternator in and completely hooked up and even managed to clean the top of the engine where the old alternator was sitting before 630. Still haven't gotten that damn belt back on and its coming up on 1PM now.
So I went to do the replacement and my jeep has a large, black cover in front of the engine that reads "Caution: Fan." I assume that this is the fan, however I do not see the same cover in this video. Is removing this cover another step for another video or do I have a different edition of the liberty? The cover/fan prevents me from being able to take the belt off
Just replaced the battery, the alternator is fairly new and seems to be running fine but the battery light is still on after replacing the battery. Any idea what it could be or how I can test the alternator or for different issues?
@@1AAuto Thanks! You should know that I actually did this repair over the weekend. Here are my results: 1. The bolt sizes have changed slightly. While the belt tensioner pulley is still a 15mm bolt, the two front bolts on the Alternator are 16mm on the 2008 model Liberty, not 15mm. The other bolt sizes are the same as in your video. 2. In the 2008 and later model Liberties, the Washer fluid and cooling fluid reservoirs have been moved from the sides to the front, over the cooling fan. Additionally, a large plastic plenum has been added to the rear of the fan to increase the airflow effectiveness of the fan. This results in a very tight workspace. It is still possible to do this, but having the proper tools is very critical. I found that my socket wrench wasn't long enough and I had to use a cheater bar extension (old spark plug socket on a 12" socket extension fitting stuck over the end of my socket wrench handle) to get enough leverage in order to loosen the belt enough to get it to work. Given the tight spaces, it's not a 15 minute job, more like an hour, as you will find yourself sitting on top of the radiator/grille housing in order to get the right angle, unless you are very tall. Doing any part of it from underneath is pretty much a no-go too as the front steering and suspension components are in the way. But while difficult, it can be done, using the instructions you have provided and without removing any of the fluid reservoirs.
Are those just standard 6 point bolts that hold the alternator in place? When I went to unscrew them with my 15mm socket the head of the bolt started to strip?
How much different would replacing the alternator for an 08 Jeep Liberty be compared to the one shown in the video? I couldn't find a video for any Jeep Liberty's after the 07 model.
+Jay Cain We currently do not have an auto repair video that shows the process on this vehicle. You may be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your vehicle.
why did some jeeps with the 3.7 come with a clutch pulley, I see that one doesnt have one, clutch pulleys have a black cap on the pulley, will it hurt to install a solid pulley, obviously there are jeeps that have them and others of the same year do not. I never grew up with those types of pulleys and cars ran fine.
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One of the best how-to YT videos I've seen. No guy in camo flapping his hands for 5 minutes as though everyone tuned in to see his act, no needlessly long-running shots of bolts being tightened, etc., just clearly-demonstrated concise steps. Thanks
Perfect. Took me 20-30 min. Saved $500
This is the best alternator placement I've ever seen on a car
Used this video last night to replace the alternator in my son's 2003 Liberty. While it took me a bit longer than expected, watching this video was extremely helpful. Thank you.
This was beautifully done. I will be trying this out myself instead of waiting for my dad
Same here I’m done waiting for people haha
This is why I love my 2004 Liberty so much… it’s pretty easy to work on myself and I’m not mechanically inclined at all! I’ve had very little go wrong with it, less than $1000 in small, easy repairs in the 19 years I’ve owned it!
If you're like me and have a 2010 Jeep liberty sport 4wd 3.7 V6 that doesn't exist on the internet, this video is super helpful. It showed me the exact bolts to remove what to unplug and how to remove it. Perfect. Except my alternator is lower in the engine compartment and behind my radiator. I had to pull off the grille, headlights, coolant resovoir and fan gaurd to access the tensioner. Once all of that once done it's the exact same process as the video. Got it done and my Jeep now lives once more. Thanks 1aauto!
+Lance Drexler Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com
This video was very helpful. My 04 Jeep Liberty has a cooling fan shroud that had to be removed to access the belt. Simple process and videos on YT show how. Requires a 10mm socket. Thanks for the video!
I would like to just say thank you, because of you guys I was able to save a lot of money and was able to change my alternator fully I will definitely be sticking with you guy 💛💯💯
I wanted to share my appreciation. I was able to change my alternator and the battery, the dying alternator killed.. in about an hour .. 3 bolts + the power cord and clip and bingo its out.. reverse and its in.. then get the serpentine belt back on (don't take it all the way off, just remove it from the alternator.
Very nice for a parts company to provide simple tutorials like this.
**ALSO was able to use parts and video from 1aauto.com to fix the common broken window issue with my jeep liberty 06
Thanks again!
+richard bowles Thank you for your order and your feedback! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
Great tutorial! Shop quoted me $500 and it took me 15 minutes with your information. Thanks!
+Joseph London A little know-how can go a long way. We're glad the video helped you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
i was never taught anything about cars growing up but after watching this and seeing how easy it was. i bought my part from you guys and gonna get this done. thanks!!!
Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com +Joey DeBow
Thank you so much when I got my alternator off I held it in the air like Simba from the Lion King😂 I saved myself so much money by doing it myself but I could not have done it without you're video and for this I am grateful. To all the females and males out there you can achieve greatness by watching others 🤗
I can totally picture that, I hope The Circle of life was playing in the background 🤣
Hey prospecting my style!! Glad you got the family up there with you
About to replace my bad alternator thanks to this video! I'm sure it will save me time and money from heading to the auto shop.
+Jeffrey Meeks Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
Just replaced the alternator because of your video and that was easy. A little too easy.
Wow! Thank you for making this so simple and straight forward. This was great.
+Doug Blatchford Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
Thank you! Replaced my alternator today for the first time! Your videos are so helpful.
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Perfect how to video. Best alternator replacement video on TH-cam. Thank you
+Luke Majerle Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
I watched a video of yours on how to replace a car battery. It was SO helpful!!! Thank you. If for some reason I need to change my alternator, I have always been intimidated by that thinking it was a HUGE job and would cost $600 or more. Now after watching this video, I feel I can do this myself. I cannot thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and giving me this confidence. As a single mom, that is huge! :)
Gena Yosh A little know-how can go a long way. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393
Made changing out an alternator easy. Thanks.
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Thank you for these Great videos * You make it so easy for me, instead of looking stuff up in my repair manual * A Sincere Thanks
This video was awesome! I’ve learned how to do a lot from watching TH-cam videos! Thank you so much for an awesome detailed video 🙏🏾 Also, putting the new alternator back in requires some big girl strength lol!
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Just wanted to drop a "like" and let u guys thanks to your vid I was able to take care of this myself. THANK U !!
Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Lion3605
Just done! took 20 min. Thanks for video!
A friend of mines has an 05 Jeep Liberty with the EXACT same problem. After WATCHING this video. I'm SURE that I can change the Alternator on her car!!! And if it takes 20 minutes or something like that, then SO be it!!! Great information. Someone quoted my friend $460 just to replace it!!^_^
Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/1A/alternator/Jeep/Liberty/1AEAL00423?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&PaSO7-XVk
Thanks for the video, took me 20 minutes sharp.
Thanks for watching. if any of our viewers needs to replace their alternator we carry the one shown in this video on our website. Our alternators are bran new, they're not rebuilt units and there's no core charge. Here's a link to the one in the video goo.gl/Gbuocz
You forgot to mention that Jeep Liberty's use two different sizes of alternator (Amp Output) although they look identical in every way. One is a 136 Amp (Oval Plug) the other is a 160 Amp (Square Plug). The only difference is in the shape of the small two-wire plugs, one is square the other is oval.
Finally, thank you!
wish I had seen this comment earlier! off to get a new pigtail
Thank you so much! I just ordered an alternator and it gave me two choices and I went with 136, and so glad I made the right decision! I’m pretty sure mine is oval!
thanks my friend for share this video. FROM PUERTO RICO, THANKS A LOT..!!!
Angel Perez No problem. Thank you for watching. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
Great video 👍
One thing I can say about libertys as I own two of them is they are easy to work on yourself with plenty of room under the hood.
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Putting the belt back on is a four handed operation. It takes two hands to pry the damn tensioner up and hold it in place. Then one hand to guide the belt onto the engine with a fourth keeping it in place on the center wheel because it likes to slide off of that because there are no grooves or channels to keep it in place. Started at 6AM this morning. Had the new alternator in and completely hooked up and even managed to clean the top of the engine where the old alternator was sitting before 630. Still haven't gotten that damn belt back on and its coming up on 1PM now.
Super util el video!!!! Muchisimas gracias!!!!!!
Great Video and Helpful! Do you know if the Hemi has the alternator in the same position?
So I went to do the replacement and my jeep has a large, black cover in front of the engine that reads "Caution: Fan." I assume that this is the fan, however I do not see the same cover in this video. Is removing this cover another step for another video or do I have a different edition of the liberty? The cover/fan prevents me from being able to take the belt off
Just replaced the battery, the alternator is fairly new and seems to be running fine but the battery light is still on after replacing the battery. Any idea what it could be or how I can test the alternator or for different issues?
Do you disconnect the negative or positive? Or can you do both ?
Great video
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Are these instructions effective for a 2008-12 Liberty Alternator? I haven't been able to find any instruction on these model year Liberties.
+Weary Man We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@@1AAuto Thanks! You should know that I actually did this repair over the weekend. Here are my results: 1. The bolt sizes have changed slightly. While the belt tensioner pulley is still a 15mm bolt, the two front bolts on the Alternator are 16mm on the 2008 model Liberty, not 15mm. The other bolt sizes are the same as in your video. 2. In the 2008 and later model Liberties, the Washer fluid and cooling fluid reservoirs have been moved from the sides to the front, over the cooling fan. Additionally, a large plastic plenum has been added to the rear of the fan to increase the airflow effectiveness of the fan. This results in a very tight workspace. It is still possible to do this, but having the proper tools is very critical. I found that my socket wrench wasn't long enough and I had to use a cheater bar extension (old spark plug socket on a 12" socket extension fitting stuck over the end of my socket wrench handle) to get enough leverage in order to loosen the belt enough to get it to work. Given the tight spaces, it's not a 15 minute job, more like an hour, as you will find yourself sitting on top of the radiator/grille housing in order to get the right angle, unless you are very tall. Doing any part of it from underneath is pretty much a no-go too as the front steering and suspension components are in the way. But while difficult, it can be done, using the instructions you have provided and without removing any of the fluid reservoirs.
+Weary Man Thanks for the tips!
Would this be the same amount of labour for the CRD?
I am about to do this DIY. How tight should those mounting nuts and bolts be torqued down to??
+durhamjut If you snug them up you should be fine
Are those just standard 6 point bolts that hold the alternator in place? When I went to unscrew them with my 15mm socket the head of the bolt started to strip?
+Jeffrey Meeks You may want to check a repair manual or with the dealer. Those could be specially sized bolts just for this application. 1aauto.com
Very good guide,thanks
+Kevin G Thank you!
I'm going to do this! Thanks!
How much different would replacing the alternator for an 08 Jeep Liberty be compared to the one shown in the video? I couldn't find a video for any Jeep Liberty's after the 07 model.
+Jay Cain We currently do not have an auto repair video that shows the process on this vehicle. You may be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your vehicle.
what amp is the alternator ?
I only saw you use a 13mm and 15mm..What's the 12mm for?..
+KornShaDoW097 Thank you for checking us out. On this vehicle that we used, the 12mm was used to disconnect the negative battery cable. 1aauto.com
1A Auto Parts Oh ok. I just did this job on a car yesterday (same year too) but the battery terminal used a 10mm. Thanks
I've noticed when an alternator easy to replace on a vehicle the starters not so easy.
why did some jeeps with the 3.7 come with a clutch pulley, I see that one doesnt have one, clutch pulleys have a black cap on the pulley, will it hurt to install a solid pulley, obviously there are jeeps that have them and others of the same year do not. I never grew up with those types of pulleys and cars ran fine.
thank you sir...
+Cuauhtemoc Cardenas No problem. Thank you for watching. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
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Hey guys I need them black rubber chords mines brokes off
great video! Thx
16 mm is needed and I find not part of any of my tools, what an inconvenient problem to find at the last few steps.
Easy