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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2011SANTA FE GLS, 3.5 G, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 14 (CHARGING SYSTEM - G2.4 DOHC)ALTERNATORREPAIR PROCEDURESREPLACEMENT
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 3.5 G, AWD
Repair procedures: Replacement
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 3.5 G, AWDSECTION Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
- Disconnect the alternator connector, and remove the cable from alternator "B" terminal.
- Remove the drive belt.
- Pull out the through bolt and then remove the alternator (A).
Tightening torque :
49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2 ~47.0lb-ft)
- Installation is the reverse order of removal.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.