What kind of alternator do I need for a Chevy truck?
What kind of alternator do I need for a Chevy truck?
Look in glove compartment at option list, it should start with a K. K09 Alternator, 140 amps. K60 Alternator, 100 amps. K62 Alternator, 105 amps. K65 Alternator, dual, 105 amps each.
What are the symptoms of a bad alternator in a Chevy Silverado?
Outside of the battery warning light, a dead battery is the most common symptom of a bad alternator. As the alternator can no longer supply your Silverado with an adequate power supply, it will begin to feed off of the reserve in the battery.
How to determine which alternator do I have?
Look for stamped numbers with a A at the end, i.e. 140A Re: Which alternator do I have? I found this post searching for how to determine which alternator I have as well. I have a K68. But I see alternators and generators. So it seems I have a generator instead of an alternator. Pardon my ignorance but what is the difference?
Can a bad alternator cause a car to go nowhere?
The ones that fail completely are easy to diagnose. The battery drains and you are stuck with a vehicle that goes nowhere. The challenge is diagnosing an alternator that is just not quite charging like it needs to be. You can easily diagnose it with almost any multimeter. Here’s what to do.
What does an alternator do in a Chevy Silverado?
The alternator’s job in your Silverado is to provide electricity as it is running. The battery stores enough voltage to be able to start the engine without the assistance of an alternator. It is turned by a serpentine belt.
How to identify your GM alternator USA built high output?
This is just a quick visual identification guide for Delco type alternators. First Alternator used on GM Vehicles to replace old DC Generators. External regulator mounted on the firewall.
Do you need an alternator for a 12 volt car?
If you got 14.2 or more volts, the alternator is charging fine. If it’s still showing in the 12’s, it’s time to replace the alternator. If it’s producing a voltage level in the 13’s, go ahead and take it into a parts store and have it tested. It’s probably bad.
What are the symptoms of a bad alternator?
In rare occasions the service engine soon light may light up. Also, some vehicles have an “alt” light that specifically tells you there is a problem with the charging system, and not the battery itself. Outside of the battery warning light, a dead battery is the most common symptom of a bad alternator.
This is just a quick visual identification guide for Delco type alternators. First Alternator used on GM Vehicles to replace old DC Generators. External regulator mounted on the firewall.
Is there a code for what size alternator do I have?
Power & heated seats & mirrors & power windows. I need to replace my A/C belt & tensioner pulley & my main drive belt could use a replacing to but I can’t read on the alternator what size it is. Is there a code on one of the stickers or tags that will let me know which one I have? Re: What size alternator do I have?
Is the K68 alternator a DC or DC motor?
I have been told the K68 is a modern alternator and not an old timey generator that is basically a DC motor. Why they call it that and have a separate 105 amp alternator is still a mystery. Any GM alternator specialists that can explain this ?
Look in glove compartment at option list, it should start with a K. K09 Alternator, 140 amps. K60 Alternator, 100 amps. K62 Alternator, 105 amps. K65 Alternator, dual, 105 amps each.
I have been told the K68 is a modern alternator and not an old timey generator that is basically a DC motor. Why they call it that and have a separate 105 amp alternator is still a mystery. Any GM alternator specialists that can explain this ?
Look for stamped numbers with a A at the end, i.e. 140A Re: Which alternator do I have? I found this post searching for how to determine which alternator I have as well. I have a K68. But I see alternators and generators. So it seems I have a generator instead of an alternator. Pardon my ignorance but what is the difference?
Is there an easy way to tell if I have a 105 amp alternator?
Is there an easy way to tell?, and any advice on the subject would be appreciated. I was in the middle of ordering the usual replacement parts, (door lock actuators, window motors, ect ect) and I was going to replace the serpentine belt but dont know if I have a 105 amp or 130 amp alternator?
Where can I find the alternator ID number?
Click to expand… Check your glove box for these codes. I’m only listing the GM RPO’s for alternators 100 amp or higher here. I know I have the KG8 code, but how can I find which ID number I have?
