Voltage Regulator IN the alternator?
11-30-2017, 04:06 PM
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Voltage Regulator IN the alternator?
I feel like Ben Stiller in Zoolander. "The files are IN the computer?!?!?!" Cue monkey sounds. I just ordered a rebuilt bosch ALTERNATOR since I'm getting the infamous red warning light to replace alternator. The SALES guy would have you believe you also need to purchase a bosch voltage regulator, but his rent is due. What do you know about that? 2005 C230, 150K miles btw.
Thx,
Scott
Thx,
Scott
Last edited by scottonfire; 12-01-2017 at 05:11 PM. Reason: i ordered an alternator, not regulator
12-01-2017, 09:09 AM
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The VR is built into the back of the alternator. You'll have to remove the alternator from the engine in order to replace it. Don't buy a Chinese VR. Since you have a 4 banger this is the time to also replace the over running pulley (OAP) on the alternator.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarti...eplacement.htm
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarti...eplacement.htm
Last edited by tjts1; 12-01-2017 at 09:12 AM.
12-01-2017, 03:31 PM
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The VR is built into the back of the alternator. You'll have to remove the alternator from the engine in order to replace it. Don't buy a Chinese VR. Since you have a 4 banger this is the time to also replace the over running pulley (OAP) on the alternator.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarti...eplacement.htm
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarti...eplacement.htm
12-02-2017, 12:01 AM
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As the regulator is part of the alternator, it really depends on what the shop decided to do as part of the "rebuild". Only 1 way to find out methinks. With that said, one would sure hope the shop replaced the VR.
