How much is an alternator for a 2000 Silverado?

How much is an alternator for a 2000 Silverado?

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This item New Alternator Replacement For Chevy C Truck Silverado 4.3L 4.8L 5.3L 6.0L 00 01 02 2000 2001 2002 10464455
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Price $8995
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Item Dimensions 8.23 x 7.28 x 7.09 inches

How do I know if my Silverado alternator is bad?

5 Faulty Alternator Warning Signs

  1. Abnormal Engine Sounds and Smells.
  2. Structural Damage.
  3. Battery Refuses To Stay Charged.
  4. Starting Difficulty or Stalling.
  5. Other Systems Keep Failing.

How much is a alternator for a Chevy Silverado 1500?

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Alternator Replacement Cost Estimate. Labor costs are estimated between $118 and $148 while parts are priced between $478 and $659. This range is based on the number and age of Chevrolet Silverado 1500’s on the road.

How do you check an alternator on a Chevy truck?

How to Test the Voltage Regulator in a Chevy Alternator

  1. Place the red lead of you multimeter onto the positive battery terminal on your car battery. Place the black lead of the multimeter onto your negative battery terminal.
  2. Place the multimeter onto 20V DC and measure the output.

How can I test my alternator?

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  1. Get a multimeter.
  2. Set your multimeter to DCV (DC Volts) above 15.
  3. Make sure your alternator’s positive and negative terminals are clean.
  4. Put the multimeter’s black cable to the negative terminal and the red cable to the positive terminal.
  5. Look for an ideal alternator reading of around 12.6.

What are signs of a bad alternator?

4 Symptoms of a Faulty Alternator

  • Car Won’t Start. A dead battery almost always lies behind a car that won’t start.
  • Engine Stalling. A dead alternator almost always leads to a car that won’t start.
  • Electrical Issues. A dying alternator can lead to a wide range of other electrical issues.
  • Unusual Sounds.

How do you check if it’s your battery or alternator?

If your engine won’t turn over or takes far longer than usual, it’s time to grab the jumper cables and attempt a jump-start. If your engine starts and stays running but won’t start again later, it’s likely a battery problem. If your vehicle immediately stalls, it’s probably a bad alternator.

How long does it take to change an alternator in a Chevy?

about two hours
In general, it will take about two hours for you to replace an alternator on your own, though this could vary somewhat depending on your knowledge of car mechanics. If you take your car into a shop in order to have the alternator replaced, timing may vary somewhat, and you may have to leave the car for the day.

How long does an alternator last on Chevy Silverado?

An alternator should have a useful life of between 80,000 to 150,000 miles, or around 7-10 years, whichever comes first.

What kills a alternator?

Running in full charge mode continuously can kill an alternator, so trying to have your new alternator try and charge your dead battery can result in immediate alternator failure.

How do you replace fuel injectors Chevy Silverado?

The metal rod over the fuel injectors is the fuel rail. Use the socket and ratchet to remove the bolts and brackets holding the fuel rail in place.

  • Make sure the engine is cold enough to touch. Disconnect the battery.
  • Remove plastic engine covers using appropriate socket.
  • Use pliers to disconnect the electrical connector on each injector.
  • What are the engine options for a Chevy Silverado?

    355 HP

  • 383 lb.-ft. of torque
  • Max. towing: 11,200 lbs.
  • Standard on: RST crew cab,LTZ,and High Country
  • Available on: WT,Custom Trail Boss,LT,RST double cab,and LT Trail Boss
  • How to replace a Chevy Silverado?

    Use a ratchet and 10mm socket to remove two bolts from the thermostat housing.

  • Slowly pull off the thermostat housing. More coolant will drain and the thermostat will slide out of its position.
  • Use sand paper to remove any corrosion on the thermostat housing block.
  • How to lower Chevy Silverado?

    Flip Kits. Skill Level – Hard; drilling and cutting is usually required. Flip kits move your rear axle above the leaf springs.

  • Shackle and Hanger Kits. Skill Level – Moderate; requires removal of suspension components.
  • Torsion Keys. Skill Level – Moderate; some experience with 4×4 suspension systems is helpful.