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alternator bushing replacement? I need to do this soon, but I don't have a garage (have to work out by the curb, or work on it in the parking garage at work). is this an easy job, and can I do it from the topside of the car w/out too many specialty tools?

Jeff,
It's not really that hard,but you have to have the alternator out of the car to work on it.
Basically removing the old bushing and replacing it with new ones. Use a C-clamp or similar tool
to put new ones in. Unless, you have three hands.
the part # for the bushing 12-31-1-268-433 you need (4) 12-31-1-276-226 Clip nut (2) required
it will not hurt to get an extra one they are not that expensive just incase you loose one during
removal. I also replace the bushing on the alternator adjuster bracket you need Part #
12-11721-261-404 you need 2 ETK says 4 at your
option you may also want to replace the alternator bolts. I did not replace mine for they are still OK. One thing more just take note
of the orientation of the bushing when you takeit
out they are going opposite it's other,Belt miss alingment will occur if you install it wrong.
let me know if you have any other question.
goodkuck.
RogerJ.

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