After just getting the thing out of the shop today (new brakes front, new brakes & seals rear, replaced tie-rod ends), out 98 Windstar has a new problem.
This time, the alternator is squeaking loudly. With the hood open, narrowed it to the region, then used a burst of WD40 on the pully hub to localize the problem to the alternator.
So, can I grease the alternator bearings or do I have to replace the thing outright? (This one has about 90k miles on it).
The replacement process seems pretty straight forward. I can see the tension wheel in the back with a single central nut to loosen to get the uni-belt off. The alternator seems to be held on with only three bolts.
Is there a trick or special tool to move the tension wheel back into place?
Any advice appreciated.
-M