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Can I replace alternator myself?
Any motor heads out there that would comment on replacing the alternator by oneself? Any one with the experience of having done this? I have a 1996 Subaru Impreza and the alternator is definitely going. All the warning signs, - flickering dash lights and headlights. I am mechanically handy and have done other things myself. Have new battery and new starter, just hard right now to squeeze out the $$ for another major repair cost.
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Mr_Shiftright
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Sure, it's pretty easy. Here are two videos and between the two it should cover any variations you might come up against. Be SURE to disconnect the battery. If your radio requires a code, be sure you have it before you disconnect the battery. You can also buy a simple battery "substitute" device that plugs into your cigarette lighter.
VIDEO 1 ('95 Legacy)
VIDEO 2
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The video pretty much guide you through it step by step, and the Video #2 gives you ways to diagnose the alternator, so that you don't replace it unnecessarily.5
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I listed my car in case someone out there has the same, has done this job and can make an intelligent comment to guide a first timer. I have looked at video's and will look at Mr. Shiftright's video's.