I was able to rwmove the alternator and replaced it thanks to your video but was never able to put that damm belt on i had to ask for help from a buddy to help me move the tensioner while i installed the belt Thanks for the instructions 👍👍
You have my favorite mechanic channel. I'm about to replace the alternator on my Civic and you really did an awesome job explaining the process, tools, and were entertaining! Hoping the "cheap brand" doesn't bite me in the ass once it's all done haha!
I have to say one the best videos I have seen on TH-cam and you did it mostly with one hand. I mean everything was good about the video the camera position and your expertise.
Nice, tip my hat for the one handed operation. Maybe a cheap bendy tripod would help out. Great video, even a novice should be able to follow it and have success
I have a 13 lx and my audio system makes my lights dim so much im planning on doing the big 3 but im having a hard time finding a new alternator more power that would fit my car any suggestions?? great video btw !!
I swapped out the alternator just now, I have a new battery but now the car won't start. Engine won't turn, no lights or sounds. Any idea what I need to do?
I tried to go buy a replacement alternator, but they asked what the amps, they have 75 amps or 120, I have the same car as the one in the video. How do you find the amperage?
The reason why is this: The power connector on the alternator finally goes back to the + terminal on the battery. If you connect it to ground (the frame of the car) then you short the battery. It's possible that the battery might explode, or you could get shocked, or you might cause damage to other electrical components in the vehicle.
Thanks for the great video. Thanks for identifying the sizes of the wrenches too. That’s very helpful. Mine went off without a hitch thanks to your video.
Just wanted to say thank you for this guide. I've never done any type of mechanic work like this before but I gave it a go on my 2006 Honda Stream and F*#¥ me it worked! Prolly saved me hundreds.
"ought-inator" tools 10mm wrench 10mm(?) ratchet plus extension 19mm long ratch-wrench 12mm socket plus extension ratchet (or deepwell socket) Pry bar. Thanks for the Vid =)
Hi I have a ho alternator on my 2012 civic and my issue is that when I brake to stop the voltage goes down but goes up when I accelerate again. What can cause my issue
i had same readings yesterday 12.6 out of alternator But i turned on the lights and the alternator read 14 .7 i suspect its a voltage regulator not alternator
Do I need to only remove my negative terminal? I have a 2012 nissan altima and I just replaced the battery and had to use a memory saver a few days ago.. now I need to replace the alternator but not sure if I can just remove the negative terminal and my alternator installation will be a okay? Some people are saying to remove both the negative and the positive but I believe that could possibly mess up my computer.
"I don't need them, I am ASE certified...f#@k you..." 😂 🤣 Preach on brother.🔧💪⚙️ We are a nation of independent doers and fixers. We don't need no billionaire Elon Musk tellin' people we gotta go to Mars neither.
thank you for posting this video it was very helpful. I suggest that anyone attempting this repair uses an OEM replacement. I replaced mine with a re-man and it was a dud!
+greg willbee Dude tell me about it! I actually had to order another alternator because the one I had was overcharging and made the battery light come on......remans are ass!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for watching!
Why did this man got 34 dislikes. He did a really got job at telling you what to do. Told you to do a diagram on the belt. Then he told you the size of the bolts.
Why didn’t u film when u took off the pully and the water pump in order to get to that second screw on the alternator?? I took the belt off now I’m hearing from another vid that the belt should be on in order to easily remove the water pump? Smh fk
Hello, just subscribed. I was wondering if all 9th gen Honda’s have that same loud ticking sound like the one in the video? My 13 civic ex has that same sound and it drives me crazy. I’m here because I thought it could be bad bearings in my alternator or compressor but the sound didn’t go away when you replaced your alternator. Is there any way to reduce the sound?
Any ideas for extracting that bottom bolt without access to a welder or taking the whole front end off? That sucker broke off a half inch in the engine block and I tried an extractor and can't push enough force into it. Thanks in advance
Just changed on my 09 Honda Accord. Boy that thing was hell to get, but of course installation was a breeze. But afterwards my car seems stronger. Don’t know how much money I saved by doing it myself. But I would say at least $300. But I got a good deal on a new alternator from Amazon. Good video.
Were can you get a ho alternator? I have a 13 civic lx and plan on upgrading my system to alot more power and cant find any higher than 95amp ones for my car
Hey what are the most commonly long ratchet wrenches you use for your jobs? Im thinking of getting a set of them from like 10mm - 19mm for like 150$ donno if thats good enough but im going to start in a dealership soon as apprentice program
How can i tight the belt when the new alternator would be installed. That part is skipped in this video, and i can't fount your video which is related to that part.
hi one quick question I have a 2012 civic LX sedan and was wondering if it's normal for my alternator to charge between 12.5-12.9 volt while running. read in the internet that it's for saving fuel unless I turn on the headlight I get the 14.4 volts
Yea I noticed that my accord does the same thing. Honda said it's normal. Autozone said the alternator is bad. I've never had any issues starting the car. I added an extra ground on the battery. Now the volts stay at 14.6 while running. So upgrading to a fatter ground cable and maybe a fatter positive cable should help.
Same problem here.im getting trouble to start my civic .mi charge is between 12.4 to 12.6 and yes the internet says it normal and my mechanic says it’s not normal
@@adolfoestrada7134 yes it did solve my starting issue. You gotta check your fuses and relays before taking the starter out. Autozone can test your starter for free.
Great video. It was a real big help. Especially the bolt sizes. Don't drop anything, you will NOT get it back. I went and bought 3 more 12mm sockets in case I dropped another one. The Honda service guy, George, said "It's probably not the alternator, It's probably the battery. Change the battery." Dumb ass was WRONG! I just wish I knew the torque setting for the 2 main bolts.
For the belt tensioner I cut off the open end of a 19mm combination wrench and bought a 5' x 3/4" conduit and that gave me plenty of leverage to move the tensioner.
John Zambito. If its already an open end, all u had to do is hook a round wrench on the open 19 side and theres your leverage. May sound confusing, but it works and locks in.
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I was able to rwmove the alternator and replaced it thanks to your video but was never able to put that damm belt on i had to ask for help from a buddy to help me move the tensioner while i installed the belt
Thanks for the instructions 👍👍
You have my favorite mechanic channel. I'm about to replace the alternator on my Civic and you really did an awesome job explaining the process, tools, and were entertaining! Hoping the "cheap brand" doesn't bite me in the ass once it's all done haha!
Thanks bro!
I have to say one the best videos I have seen on TH-cam and you did it mostly with one hand. I mean everything was good about the video the camera position and your expertise.
Nice, tip my hat for the one handed operation. Maybe a cheap bendy tripod would help out. Great video, even a novice should be able to follow it and have success
+Tom Brokaw haha yeah I remember those days using one hand, it sucks. Thanks for watching bro! Come join me and the community Live sometime.
thank you. just did my sons car, very helpful
Glad I can help. Thanks for watching
Thanks for uploading! I watched your vid for my 2013 Honda Civic LX alternator, got it changed
Thanks man, you just saved me some much needed cash.
Muy bien explicado, paso a paso, me fue muy útil el video.
Gracias 👍👍👍👍
Great video, belt diagram helped alot, was able to complete this swap on my '14 Civic
a very basic video, with very good instructions
Good video man. Very helpful. Thanks.
+Conway2fresh Thanks for watching brother!
Thank you for posting this video. I just replaced my alternator by following your instructions.
Good job bro! Glad I can help
Thank you and god bless you bother
Is it better to get a Honda OEM alternator or an aftermarket alternator. Does it matter?
kudos to mech that work on tight engine bays.
Thanks, really well done! You saved me a bunch of Money!
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I have a 13 lx and my audio system makes my lights dim so much im planning on doing the big 3 but im having a hard time finding a new alternator more power that would fit my car any suggestions?? great video btw !!
Thank you!
Hey looking for the serpentine belt addition video
What was wrong with the Honda claws it a power steering problem?
Pretty good, but use a tripod man. You will have your hands free too.
Now who wants to come replace my alternator?
I can’t find this wrench (19mm long wrench) anywherrrreee and the ones on Amazon was trash pleassse help
Do you push the belt tensioner clockwise or counterclockwise? I’ve seen videos doing it both ways
Great vid man ! I'm looking for a ho alternator for my 13 lx cause my subs really cant find any any where online I should shop?
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Guys I need to replace an alternator on this exact car. What model alternator do I need?
Thanks for the video
I swapped out the alternator just now, I have a new battery but now the car won't start. Engine won't turn, no lights or sounds. Any idea what I need to do?
I tried to go buy a replacement alternator, but they asked what the amps, they have 75 amps or 120, I have the same car as the one in the video. How do you find the amperage?
Call the dealership wit the part number
Great thanks
Does this work for a Honda civic lx 2010
I'm not sure exactly but the procedure should be very similar. Let me know how you make out bro!!!
Leekautorepair it worked
Use your phone and take lots of pictures before you start.
Very helpful. Thanks.
why would you need to disconnect the battery, why not just disconnect alternator power connector
Rem X Try removing the battery cable from the alternator without disconnecting the battery first...........bad practice my friend!
The reason why is this: The power connector on the alternator finally goes back to the + terminal on the battery. If you connect it to ground (the frame of the car) then you short the battery. It's possible that the battery might explode, or you could get shocked, or you might cause damage to other electrical components in the vehicle.
bad language
Have u ever worked in an auto shop ? It's a must LOL
Bad sportsmanship
Cry baby
But i voted for biden lol
Oh man, I needed this video. I'm replacing mine with a little over 100k miles. That bottom bolt is a little bit of a pain to get out. Thanks a bunch!
Thanks for the great video. Thanks for identifying the sizes of the wrenches too. That’s very helpful. Mine went off without a hitch thanks to your video.
My 12 civic needs an alternator and I am going to get it done soon! It has 223000 miles !😊😊😊 not bad!
I’m sailing on the same boat but at 260K
Thank you very much for your video. I'm going to try to replace my own. Wish me luck ;)
You'll do fine! Good luck
Swear bro, 6 years later and you are still saving asses
I’m saving asses but no one tips me 😫
@Leekautorepair damn bro I would have tipped you
I had to change mine today and this video helped me tons thank you.
Just wanted to say thank you for this guide. I've never done any type of mechanic work like this before but I gave it a go on my 2006 Honda Stream and F*#¥ me it worked! Prolly saved me hundreds.
Thanks!
"ought-inator" tools 10mm wrench
10mm(?) ratchet plus extension
19mm long ratch-wrench
12mm socket plus extension ratchet (or deepwell socket)
Pry bar.
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Hi I have a ho alternator on my 2012 civic and my issue is that when I brake to stop the voltage goes down but goes up when I accelerate again. What can cause my issue
Why do you need to change the alternator so soon? Does this car have a lot of miles? My alternator in my 93 honda with 200k miles lasted 20 years.
Newer cars aren't meant to last that long. The quality of the parts are garbage. I have a 2014 and my starter went out at 50k.
i had same readings yesterday
12.6 out of alternator
But i turned on the lights and the alternator read 14 .7
i suspect its a voltage regulator not alternator
Thanks! Does your car have a.c.? I want to compare your don't with the internet.
Do I need to only remove my negative terminal? I have a 2012 nissan altima and I just replaced the battery and had to use a memory saver a few days ago.. now I need to replace the alternator but not sure if I can just remove the negative terminal and my alternator installation will be a okay? Some people are saying to remove both the negative and the positive but I believe that could possibly mess up my computer.
Yes just the negative terminal and ur good
" I am certified f you " lmao I love it love Hondas there so easy to fix most of the time at least
My son is having the same problem
Diagram IS sloppy as shit like you said but that's all you need
One handed alternator install😎👍🏻. Nice tutorial!
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Funny I was just thinking you are kicking ass doing this with one hand haha. Great job and thank you for the video.
Haha! Thanks for watching
thank you for posting this video it was very helpful. I suggest that anyone attempting this repair uses an OEM replacement. I replaced mine with a re-man and it was a dud!
+greg willbee Dude tell me about it! I actually had to order another alternator because the one I had was overcharging and made the battery light come on......remans are ass!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for watching!
Why did this man got 34 dislikes. He did a really got job at telling you what to do. Told you to do a diagram on the belt. Then he told you the size of the bolts.
Cuz dude talk too much. Get to the point. He aint got to say and this and that and that and then. Just go write a book instead
@@YourLocalZaddy123 and that really wasn't the "right" way to test an alternator, either...
I will take a video of the belt not drawing anything
What brand of ratchets and wrenches do you use?
Big help, Thanks
Why didn’t u film when u took off the pully and the water pump in order to get to that second screw on the alternator?? I took the belt off now I’m hearing from another vid that the belt should be on in order to easily remove the water pump? Smh fk
I don’t know why Honda doesn’t just put a diagram on how the serpentine belt should go inside the owners manual. It’s ridiculous lol.
Hello, just subscribed. I was wondering if all 9th gen Honda’s have that same loud ticking sound like the one in the video? My 13 civic ex has that same sound and it drives me crazy. I’m here because I thought it could be bad bearings in my alternator or compressor but the sound didn’t go away when you replaced your alternator. Is there any way to reduce the sound?
Any ideas for extracting that bottom bolt without access to a welder or taking the whole front end off? That sucker broke off a half inch in the engine block and I tried an extractor and can't push enough force into it. Thanks in advance
Just changed on my 09 Honda Accord. Boy that thing was hell to get, but of course installation was a breeze. But afterwards my car seems stronger. Don’t know how much money I saved by doing it myself. But I would say at least $300. But I got a good deal on a new alternator from Amazon. Good video.
Good information, very helpful, thank you but I don't think all the swearing was necessary..
Were can you get a ho alternator? I have a 13 civic lx and plan on upgrading my system to alot more power and cant find any higher than 95amp ones for my car
Hey what are the most commonly long ratchet wrenches you use for your jobs? Im thinking of getting a set of them from like 10mm - 19mm for like 150$ donno if thats good enough but im going to start in a dealership soon as apprentice program
Very helpful to me thanks!
i'm willing to bet that the last exam to be ase certified is to replace an engine with one hand without having issues. lmao
How can i tight the belt when the new alternator would be installed. That part is skipped in this video, and i can't fount your video which is related to that part.
hi one quick question I have a 2012 civic LX sedan and was wondering if it's normal for my alternator to charge between 12.5-12.9 volt while running. read in the internet that it's for saving fuel unless I turn on the headlight I get the 14.4 volts
Yea I noticed that my accord does the same thing. Honda said it's normal. Autozone said the alternator is bad. I've never had any issues starting the car. I added an extra ground on the battery. Now the volts stay at 14.6 while running. So upgrading to a fatter ground cable and maybe a fatter positive cable should help.
Same problem here.im getting trouble to start my civic .mi charge is between 12.4 to 12.6 and yes the internet says it normal and my mechanic says it’s not normal
@@adolfoestrada7134 I had my starter replaced under warranty cause my volts showed 12.5 but it would not start.
And that solved your problem?
@@adolfoestrada7134 yes it did solve my starting issue. You gotta check your fuses and relays before taking the starter out. Autozone can test your starter for free.
How do I know which alternator would be best to replace my current one? Would I need to look up the current one's model number?
Awesome video now I do see one telling me how to find all my missing 10 mm sockets
Nice video. How long would it take you from start to finish with 2 hands?
Did you change the belt as well ?
Could you make a video for change the alternator belt ?
Show use you removing stuff next time
Awww big baby needs his hand held
one handed
1.8 or 2.4 Engine
8:30 Humble brag
Thank you so much for this! Excellent video and will save me money! -subscribed
Great video. I’ll be watching the serpentine belt video next. Thanks!
Well done! Thanks for the belt diagram.
One handed!!!
good stuff my man thank for educating me
Not a problem bro. Thanks for watching
How would you line the belt up if it’s a push start ignition?
Alt..nator. How did nobody else comment on that? 🤨
Too hard
Very Good
Great vid, I am having trouble putting tension back on the belt
thanks for the video, what was the mileage of that civic? pretty new for a 2012
No problem bro! Im not sure on the mileage......Think it was 40-50k miles
Great video. It was a real big help. Especially the bolt sizes. Don't drop anything, you will NOT get it back. I went and bought 3 more 12mm sockets in case I dropped another one. The Honda service guy, George, said "It's probably not the alternator, It's probably the battery. Change the battery." Dumb ass was WRONG! I just wish I knew the torque setting for the 2 main bolts.
For the belt tensioner I cut off the open end of a 19mm combination wrench and bought a 5' x 3/4" conduit and that gave me plenty of leverage to move the tensioner.
John Zambito. If its already an open end, all u had to do is hook a round wrench on the open 19 side and theres your leverage. May sound confusing, but it works and locks in.
Alt-eh-nator
Good video, how many miles when replaced?
excellent video....
charosenz Thanks for watching!
+charosenz Thanks for the feedback bro! New vids daily!
same exact problem here haha
+greg willbee lmao
Thanks dude God bless you
where'd you buy that 19mm