Another tip. That sepentine belt can be very difficult to remove and reinstall. If you remove the top bolt of the alternator first you get some play in the alternator itself which removes some of the tension on the belt. Then it becomes much easier to remove the belt when you manipulate the tensioner pulley. Same thing when re-installing the new alternator. Put the belt back on before installing the top bolt. You will need to use the tensioner when installing the top bolt, but it is fairly easy, far far easier than installing the belt with that top bolt in.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Very good, thanks for helping people!

@nateengel4972

Жыл бұрын

I also found that a small ratchet strap to hold the tensioner tool frees up both hands and makes it much easier

@lawrencedelrazo2271

4 ай бұрын

you must be 100% right since he cut out right when he was on the tensioner hahah

Not my first time changing the alternator on this vehicle. Lasted 3 years and went out. Warranty replacement on the way. The last time I tackled this job it left me swearing and frustrated. Thanks for the video! Came out easy this time.

Fantastic video. Be patient with wiggling it out this way. Takes a bit. But super easy putting everything back together. 1.5 hrs out and only 20 minutes putting it all back together

Best odyssey alternator replacement video! Had hard time time to move it out. After watching yours, it took me 10 minutes to yank that thing out in the exactly same way. Thanks a lot!

This....was.....great.....! Though getting the alternator out took experimenting at every angle I coule think of. Ended up using the tensioner tool to move the tensioner out of the way and prying the alternator against the AC line. New "slimmer" alternator went in with no problems. Thanks for the video

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it worked out well! Thanks for watching

Very nice video. Followed your video changed my Alternator with no problem and works. Thank you, You are the best.

I just completed this swap on a 2006 Odyssey EX following the method in this video. I was able to complete the entire job, including replacing the idler pulley, in 2.5 hours. When it came to removing the alternator from its location, (once the bolts were out), it was definitely a 'pain in the ass' and for a moment it seemed like it wouldn't come out. You have to try basically every angle, and get the alternator pulley facing up, to get it out, while keeping the a/c hose and washer fluid reservoir out of the way, while pushing the top idler pulley bolt all the way towards the firewall. It would help to have a second person push the idler pulley towards the firewall while getting the alternator out. Also I installed the top two alternator bolts last, after getting the new belt on as other posters have suggested. The belt may go on with the idler pulley all the way to the firewall but this method is easier. Also the Denso remanufactured alternator luckily fit right in to the bottom bolt hole without modification. Be sure to check whether you have VCM or not. Thank you!

Did not search for another video after watching this for Alternator replacement. I had a failed alternator (smoking from friction) . Found this video. It was very helpful to replace Alternator on my 2007 Odyssey EXL. I did all steps mentioned in the video, plus I had to remove the tensioner to get the Alternator out. AC lines were in the middle and I didn't want to move it too much. Once I removed the tensioner everything went smooth except mounting the tensioner back-in and placing the serpentine back on. I removed the top bolt bracket before removing the alternator. I bought a remanufactured Denso with VCM (Engine cover said VCM) alternator which is OEM. It fitted nicely , no machining or hamerring needed. I got all done in same day with several breaks. Most of the time I spent was on tensioner because I did all from top of the engine/hood. Did not raise the car at all. I did not get a good position with breaker bar to place the belt back on, I ended up using Rachet (decided to sacrifice it if it breaks). This video gave me courage to do this work and made my work easy. Steering fluid did spill a little when removing the reservoir. If steering flush is due - this is the right time to combine task.

Glad I found your video after looking at others! About 45 minutes out, about 30 minutes back in on my son's van.

@RiggsGarage

4 ай бұрын

Good work, glad to help!

Thank you for the video, changed my alternator with your instructions. Saved a boat load of labor costs. Watching this video gave me the confidence to do this myself.

@RiggsGarage

Ай бұрын

Glad to hear. Thanks for watching!

Thank you , I was able to replace my alternator by following your steps. Much easier then other videos. Thank you again. It does take some manipulating to get it out, but it was fairly easy. The tip about filing the back was exactly what I had to do. Thanks again!

@RiggsGarage

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate all the feedback, it helps me make better videos

Thank you so much. My car alternator failed at morning and around 3 pm I finished the car. Very helpful.

@RiggsGarage

8 ай бұрын

Glad I could help, thank you for watching!

Thank You we replaced my alternator with this video! You made it so easy step by step. Hardest part was pulling the part out the hole.

@RiggsGarage

6 ай бұрын

You're welcome, I'm glad you were successful!

Thanks for actually showing all the steps you took that is very helpful!

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Very welcome, hope it helped. Maybe reviewing this video again to do my 2010 van 😂

Thank you for your video, I changed the alternator on our 2010 odyssey. It took me several hours . but I got it done !

@RiggsGarage

4 ай бұрын

Glad to help! Better a few hours than $400 labor 👍

Great video!! A couple things that happened to me and how i did my 2010 EX. I had to remove the front passenger tire to access the lower tensioner. I also had to disconnect ac lines, disconnect and remove the power steering resevoir, disconnect the washer fluid resevoir, remove weather flashing. Also, get the tensioner lever positioned as forward towards the radiator as possible and push towards the windshield to release pressure when removing and reinstalling the altenator. 19mm on the tensioner, 13mm on the ground wire. Pain in the butt. But its done and im rolling again.

Very helpful. The job was still a complete pain in the ass, but the video definitely helped. Very appreciative. Good content. 👌🏼🙏🏼

@RiggsGarage

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! I just did another of these alternators, still a pain. Also did an AC compressor, should have filmed it 😕

So helpful! This video was all I needed to get the job done. Thank you!

@RiggsGarage

2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear you got it done. Thank you!

Watched this once and finished my replacement in less than 3 hours. Taking out the power steering reservoir was key (and messy because is wasn’t paying attention) and I also removed both bolts holding the A/C line (one further back towards the dash). It gave that much more play.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Good deal, thanks for watching.

You’re my freaking hero!! Thank you for this video!!

@RiggsGarage

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Hope I helped 😀

Thanks for the great video saved a ton of time over removing all the unnecessary parts that all the other videos I had seen. This saved so much time plus didn't have to get on the ground at all

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, glad to help!

Very helpful video. Still took forever to get that sucker out.

@RiggsGarage

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, it's not the most fun I've ever had lol

Thank you so much This video helped me a lot. Appreciate 😊

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

Gotta tackle this weekend, thanks for the low down on it..

@RiggsGarage

2 ай бұрын

You're welcome, hope it went well!

Very Good Video!!!! 👍

Good detail and explanation 👍🏾

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excellent video amigo!

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Gracias!

Great great vid sir, thank you!

Wish me luck boys, I’m going in.

@RiggsGarage

6 ай бұрын

💪💪💪

Thanks for the info. I’m about to do one.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Good luck!

Thanks So Much! My expenses really caught up with and I needed to learn how to make this happen sooner than later from saving money to visit the mechanic. You really helped me out a lot. My kids enjoyed working with me. Please ask your wife to give up a kiss for me, ya'll have fun with that.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Haha glad to hear, Thanks for watching and will do!

After 3 Honda alternators, I also learned one of the causes for my van was the oil filter gasket which was throwing oil up into the alternator and frying it... would suggest ruling that out before just changing an alternator.

@RiggsGarage

Ай бұрын

Smart, I think my current 2010 Odyssey van is actually doing this, great tip. Alternator is completely oil soaked and should fail at any minute. Probably on our 9-hour trip coming up 😂

what were the engineers thinking when they put it there.

What's the torque value you used? I'm preparing to change my alternator out after the spool valve leaked oil on it causing total failure.

So I've done a few mechanical things like rebuild motors replace motors transmissions differentials turbos... But on my 2010, the alternator set up is different. The alternator is not coming out. The metal corner of the AC tube is bent such that it's trapped. There's an additional electrical line attached to the back of the alternator which is a support going to the AC compressor. In addition there is this plastic hard cover that holds the lines in place and is like a straitjacket trying to get it off. The electrical plug of course was practically melted into the alternator which I didn't know. This is not going as planned.

Very good video 👍🏻🙏

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

really helpful video! Pay attention when he says make sure the bottom bracket is the same width! you dont want to get it in and find it wont fit.........believe me. Just get the grinder out and shave it down a touch before you even try.

@toadlywilde

5 ай бұрын

Yes. I got my alternator out. I got my new one almost in but it wouldn't fit. Pulled it out again. Grinder. Tried to get it back in but broke my power steering reservoir. Daaahhh! Such a pain.

Great video, thanks

@RiggsGarage

7 ай бұрын

You are welcome, hopefully it helped

Well done!

@RiggsGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, hope it helped!

Thanks man

@RiggsGarage

2 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

Good video Brother

@RiggsGarage

7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Followed your video. Worked out great thanks! Now where did this extra bolt come from?

@RiggsGarage

11 ай бұрын

Extra bolts, hmmm 🤔 😂 Glad it went well!

gracias, you did it the right way.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks you are awesome!!!

@RiggsGarage

10 ай бұрын

Hope I could help some people out!

Nice job

@RiggsGarage

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir

hi, i dont know if you can answer this, but does the honda odyssey 2009 alternator compatible to a honda odyssey 2007? i have a honda odyssey 2007 and found a 2009 alternator but dont know if it compatible...

@RiggsGarage

9 ай бұрын

The way I find out is I search for the 2009 on RockAuto, right down the part numbers, search for the 2007, see if it has the same part numbers. If it does, they are compatible

thank you!

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

Thanks

Any suggestions to the bottom bolt , getting it in easier ?

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

It's just a bad spot, I found rocking the alternator back and forth until I can line up the threads helped

honestly the front plastic was necessary for me to remove the connections on the alternator

I've done 4 alternator replacements on 2005-2010 honda odysseys, and the AC line always gets in the way for me.

@RiggsGarage

6 ай бұрын

Yep, placement is not great on these

Thank you I did it by miself

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

The bottom when putting it back? The same size, just won't slide back help!

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes there is a sleeve inside the alternator and you need to tap it in with a hammer to make it fit in the alternator bracket on the engine, is that what you were finding?

@chellobarnes7257

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! That's exactly what I did flowed smooth. I then lost place with the belt and had to route it. Lol. great video, and a great day for me being productive and learning.. thanks man for real.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

@@chellobarnes7257 Glad you got it! Yeah lol I do that all the time with the belts, lose a spot and then just redo it.

I hope battery was an AGM due to all the electronics in vehicle.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

I put whatever Honda put in it originally

Nice editing... You should've included the struggle. I've done about 5 of these and it's a bitch to sneak that alternator out no matter which way you turn it or what you take loose. Removing the tensioner completely helps a little bit though.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

In this case it came out easy, there was no struggle which is unusual. Good idea on taking the tensioner off

What’s a 10mm?

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

10mm socket, 10mm bolts all over these Hondas!

@jaywhite1850

Жыл бұрын

@@RiggsGarage I guess my “always missing 10mm socket” joke was too subtle. By the way, your video was extremely helpful!

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

@@jaywhite1850 😂😂 sorry text is hard, I've lost so many 10mm too ☠️

Could get the bottom bolt off. Used wd-40 and nothing. Didn’t budge.

@RiggsGarage

Ай бұрын

Gotta crank it, these cars are getting old and bolts are getting stuck

Set me up for failure with an 07. Completely different connectors

@RiggsGarage

8 ай бұрын

What happened?

@noway1343

8 ай бұрын

There wasn't a second blue connector. There was some weird metal mount that had 3 wiring harnesses going into it also connected to the altenator by a bolt. Everything else was spot on. Maybe "set me up for failure" wasn't the right choice of words. I'll take it down.

Awesome video the local mechanic said $800

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow that's a huge savings. Hopefully this helped you out!

@vee950

Жыл бұрын

A mechanic wanted you to pay $800...... Oh WOW.

Bruh u got to show us which bolt u put the belt tension tool on SMH, it's the details ur missing dude

@RiggsGarage

4 ай бұрын

That's the first time I've heard that, thanks for the feedback

Shop charge $600 for labor 😅

i swear it wouldve been faster and easyer if you took the front top clup off but okay mission accomplished

@greasemon_key

Ай бұрын

Wym?

🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮❤️

Into the abyss 😫😫😫

I will make this suggestion for anyone doing this. On the bottom of the alternator where that large bolt goes through there are 2 bushings, one in each half of the housing. On my replacement alternator the ends of those two bushings were farther apart than on the alternator that came out. As a result it was impossible to get the new one in as the old one was a snug fit when I removed it. Before fighting that new one down into that tight space you should take a caliper and verify that the new one is not wider than the old. In my case I took a large clamp and two sturdy metal plates and pressed the two bushings towards each other, I even tapped the clamp with a hammer while under pressure to increase the chances that the bushings would move in the housing. I ended up needing to do this twice before I got what I considered a satisfactory measurement. When I put the new alternator back in it slid into place fairly easily.

@RiggsGarage

Жыл бұрын

Good word, Thanks for posting. This is potentially the most annoying part of the job if you don't measure and make the width correct.

This actually shows me how much lazy people are 😂😂😂😂

@RiggsGarage

22 күн бұрын

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