How many bolts are holding the alternator of a 97 Nissan Altima 4 cylinders and where they located?

The alternator of a 97 Nissan Altima 4-cylinder engine is held in place by two bolts. The bolts are located on the front of the alternator, near the top. To access the bolts, you will need to remove the accessory belt and the drive belt tensioner.

Here is a more detailed description of the process:

1. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

2. Remove the accessory belt by loosening the tensioner bolt and sliding the belt off of the pulleys.

3. Remove the drive belt tensioner by loosening the mounting bolts and sliding the tensioner out of the way.

4. Locate the two alternator bolts on the front of the alternator, near the top.

5. Loosen the alternator bolts using a wrench or a socket.

6. Remove the alternator from the engine by lifting it up and out of the engine compartment.

Be careful not to drop the alternator when removing it from the engine. It is also important to note that the alternator is quite heavy, so you may need assistance lifting it out of the engine compartment.