Where is the alternator located on a Dodge Neon?

Alternator (after you break a motor mount and it becomes the motor mount) If ambitious, a rack on a k member and subframe bolts. The neon is a k member front suspension car, with the subframe attached to the middle of the car.

Why does my idler pulley squeal when I Turn on the engine?

Another common symptom of a possible issue with the idler pulley is squealing from the engine belts. If the surface of the idler pulley wears, or the pulley seizes or binds it may cause the engine belt to squeal as a result of it rubbing against the surface of the pulley.

What kind of car is a Dodge Neon?

Several questions were asked in a thread that was not in the tech section. This is for Gen 1 Dodge\Plymouth neon, 95 to 99. Re posting that information here to help any team interested in running these cars. They can be great cars for teams on a budget, many ex scca IT cars exist and there was once a class specifically for these cars (Spec Neon).

What happens if your idler pulley goes bad?

Another symptom, more visible, symptom of an issue with the idler pulley is a damaged bearing or pulley. In more serious cases, the bearing, or pulley itself may wear out to the point of breaking or cracking, and coming apart, or seizing. This can upset the rotation of the belt and lead to all sorts of problems.

Why does my lower control arm make noise?

The noises will grow louder as you accelerate or drive over bumpy roads or uneven terrain. The bushing of the control arm is probably the main cause of this. Consider the noise as a warning sign of worse symptoms to come.

Can a bad lower control arm cause a bad steering wheel?

But if you experience enough of these symptoms together, then you can link them to a bad lower control arm. Below are the top 5 symptoms of a bad lower control arm in your car. A bad lower control arm may cause your steering wheel to pull too much to the right or left side as you’re driving.

Loosen the three bolts holding the alternator to the engine. The three bolts are readily visible from beneath the engine on the back of the engine block. Loosen but do not remove the bolts unless replacing the alternator. Loosen the tightening bolt located on top of the alternator, using a regular wrench due to limited space.

How long does it take to replace alternator belt on Dodge Neon?

Belts become frayed and damaged over time and need to be replaced. The Neon uses a tension pulley on the belts to keep proper tension on them at all times. This makes installation and removal of the belts relatively simple. The whole process should take about an hour with the proper tools.

Where is the V-belt on a Dodge Neon?

The belts are stacked one on top of the other, with the serpentine belt on the outside. The belt must be removed to take off the alternator belt or the V-belt. You will notice a lip or notch on the top side of the tension pulley that is located top dead center of the passenger side of the engine block.

How do you replace the alternator belt on a Dodge Neon?

Using the pry bar as a lever, push the tension pulley toward the back of the engine compartment and slide the serpentine belt free. Remove the serpentine belt. Once free of the tension pulley, lower the serpentine belt to free it from the different pulleys. You may have to reach into the compartment to fully release the belt.

What to do if your alternator is loose on a Dodge?

Locate the alternator. Depending on your model of Dodge, the location will vary. It will, though, have a belt running to it. Check this belt to make sure it is tight. If the belt is loose, you can try tightening it by adjusting the alternator on its mounting bracket. You will need a wrench or socket set to accomplish this.

Where is the serpentine belt on a Dodge Neon?

Release tension on the serpentine belt. The belts are stacked one on top of the other, with the serpentine belt on the outside. The belt must be removed to take off the alternator belt or the V-belt. You will notice a lip or notch on the top side of the tension pulley that is located top dead center of the passenger side of the engine block.

How can you tell if your alternator is bad?

Diodes are used to create the DC voltage. If the alternator of your car is bad, you will notice a reduction in your car’s performance. Signs of a bad alternator include dim or flickering headlights or interior dash lights, the check engine light, a dead battery, or other electrical issues. The engine can even stall while driving.