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 👍👍
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.
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 RUclips and you did it mostly with one hand. I mean everything was good about the video the camera position and your expertise.
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.
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
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.
Thanks for the video. Your diagram saved me big time. The belt slipped off and I had to put the entire thing back on. Then the re-man was bad! I got another one from a different place and I'm hoping it works. Went on much faster the 2nd time! Thanks
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.
"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 =)
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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 !!
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
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
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?
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.
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?
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?
I got whining noise plus knocking sound on 2010 Honda CRV with only 33k, I tried to disconnect power connector from alternator while car is running but noise is still there, I wonder if it is really alternator that went bad.
Ok so your going about this the wrong way.........How about this, in this situation you need to do process of elimination so the first thing I would do is pinpoint the exact location of the sound. If there is a whining noise when the engine is on and noise increase at higher rpm's then try to remove the drive belt and see it the noise goes away. If it does then we know its not engine related so next try to spinning every pulley til you hear something unusual. Let me know how you make out..........
Hello, I come across with your video as I have the honda civic 2012 lx. The battery was replaced 1& 1/2 year ago and now I also have a battery issue that I can't start my car. I suspect that the alternator could be at fault. Where can I get it tested?
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.
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Learned this here two years ago, now I’ve done this for my sisters car and sent it over to a coworker. Thanks for saving people the labor costs
My alternator is taking a dive at 152k miles on my 2012. Because of this vid, i am going to do the replacement myself. Great vid. I subbed.
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
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!
Thank you for posting this video. I just replaced my alternator by following your instructions.
Good job bro! Glad I can help
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 👍👍
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.
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 RUclips and you did it mostly with one hand. I mean everything was good about the video the camera position and your expertise.
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.
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
I had to change mine today and this video helped me tons thank you.
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 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...
Thanks for the video. Your diagram saved me big time. The belt slipped off and I had to put the entire thing back on. Then the re-man was bad! I got another one from a different place and I'm hoping it works. Went on much faster the 2nd time! Thanks
+Adam Snider I had the same problem with the reman....had to use a different brand smh. Glad I can help and thanks for watching brother!
+Adam Snider I had the same problem with the reman....had to use a different brand smh. Glad I can help and thanks for watching brother!
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
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.
"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 =)
Thanks man, you just saved me some much needed cash.
Awesome video now I do see one telling me how to find all my missing 10 mm sockets
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
About to change an alternator on my '13. You did a great video man. Keep up the great work bro.
Thanks bro
Great video. I’ll be watching the serpentine belt video next. Thanks!
thank you. just did my sons car, very helpful
Glad I can help. Thanks for watching
One handed alternator install😎👍🏻. Nice tutorial!
Subbed !!!!!!!
Thanks for uploading! I watched your vid for my 2013 Honda Civic LX alternator, got it changed
Great video, belt diagram helped alot, was able to complete this swap on my '14 Civic
Well done! Thanks for the belt diagram.
a very basic video, with very good instructions
Good video man. Very helpful. Thanks.
+Conway2fresh Thanks for watching brother!
Pretty good, but use a tripod man. You will have your hands free too.
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!
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
good stuff my man thank for educating me
Not a problem bro. Thanks for watching
u explain everything really well great work
Saa
Very helpful to me thanks!
Thanks! Does your car have a.c.? I want to compare your don't with the internet.
Is it better to get a Honda OEM alternator or an aftermarket alternator. Does it matter?
Muy bien explicado, paso a paso, me fue muy útil el video.
Gracias 👍👍👍👍
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
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
Thanks, really well done! You saved me a bunch of Money!
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.
Thank you!
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.
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?
What brand of ratchets and wrenches do you use?
Hey looking for the serpentine belt addition video
Thank you and god bless you bother
Thank you so much for this! Excellent video and will save me money! -subscribed
Great vid, I am having trouble putting tension back on the belt
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 !!
Thanks dude God bless you
Did you change the belt as well ?
Could you make a video for change the alternator belt ?
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
How would you line the belt up if it’s a push start ignition?
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
Great video my friend! You’re a life saver. Explaining the measurements of sockets! 🔥
kudos to mech that work on tight engine bays.
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
Big help, Thanks
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
Thanks LeekAutoRepair❤❤❤
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.
Guys I need to replace an alternator on this exact car. What model alternator do I need?
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?
What was wrong with the Honda claws it a power steering problem?
Do you push the belt tensioner clockwise or counterclockwise? I’ve seen videos doing it both ways
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
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?
subshop.com
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?
" I am certified f you " lmao I love it love Hondas there so easy to fix most of the time at least
Very Good
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
Good video, how many miles when replaced?
Nice video. How long would it take you from start to finish with 2 hands?
Thanks for the video
Great video. Very helpful.
I got whining noise plus knocking sound on 2010 Honda CRV with only 33k, I tried to disconnect power connector from alternator while car is running but noise is still there, I wonder if it is really alternator that went bad.
Ok so your going about this the wrong way.........How about this, in this situation you need to do process of elimination so the first thing I would do is pinpoint the exact location of the sound. If there is a whining noise when the engine is on and noise increase at higher rpm's then try to remove the drive belt and see it the noise goes away. If it does then we know its not engine related so next try to spinning every pulley til you hear something unusual. Let me know how you make out..........
OK will also record and post a video,
any ideas?
Can the pulley from power steering ever go bad even though it has no bearing inside ?
excellent video....
charosenz Thanks for watching!
+charosenz Thanks for the feedback bro! New vids daily!
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
where'd you buy that 19mm
My son is having the same problem
That latex glove ASMR
Thank you
Thank you Sir
Great thanks
Hello, I come across with your video as I have the honda civic 2012 lx. The battery was replaced 1& 1/2 year ago and now I also have a battery issue that I can't start my car. I suspect that the alternator could be at fault. Where can I get it tested?
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
hey buddy got a question for you!!!
What's up bro?
if i lost tension on the tensioner how can i fix that
if i lost tension on the tensioner how can i fix that
Lost tension as in no spring action?
after doin the alternator i guess the belt wasnt on right it snapped off and now the tensioner wiggles a little
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.
"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.
Good information, very helpful, thank you but I don't think all the swearing was necessary..
I will take a video of the belt not drawing anything
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.
Anyone planning on shooting a DIY video. PLEASE USE A PHUGGIN TRIPOD!!!!
1.8 or 2.4 Engine
Use your phone and take lots of pictures before you start.