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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2005ACCORD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRREPLACEMENT
2005 Honda Accord L4-2.4L
Replacement
2005 Honda Accord L4-2.4LSECTION Replacement
Alternator Replacement
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio, and the navigation system, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.
5. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.
6. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.
7. Install the alternator and drive belt in the reverse order of removal.
8. Connect the positive cable and negative cable to the battery.
9. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station preset.
10. Set the clock.
11. Perform the power window control unit reset procedure.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio, and the navigation system, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.
5. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.
6. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.
7. Install the alternator and drive belt in the reverse order of removal.
8. Connect the positive cable and negative cable to the battery.
9. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station preset.
10. Set the clock.
11. Perform the power window control unit reset procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.