OEM 2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder Alternator

2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service the Alternator on 2000 Toyota MR2 Spyder?

  A: The first step in servicing the generator involves detaching the drive belt through clockwise rotation of the drive belt tensioner until it becomes loose. After removing the drive belt install the drive belt tensioner with care. Disassemble the RH engine mounting insulator as the next step. The generator removal procedure begins by detaching the wire clamp from the wire clip of the rectifier end frame and then unfastening the generator wire with the cap and nut and finishing with generator connector disconnection. The generator can be removed by unplugging its two securing bolts. placement of the generator requires installing it with its two bolts and applying a torque of 25 Nm (255 kg.cm, 18 ft.lb) for 12 mm heads and 54 Nm (550 kg.cm, 40 ft.lb) for 14 mm heads. Fasten the wire clamp to the wire clip on the rectifier end frame and combine the generator wire with connector before tightening them with the nut and cap. First reinstall the RH engine mounting insulator before rotating the drive belt tensioner clockwise to put on the drive belt.