1. Disconnect the battery. This will prevent you from accidentally short-circuiting the alternator and causing damage.
2. Remove the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt is the long belt that wraps around the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. To remove it, loosen the tensioner pulley and then remove the belt from the pulleys.
3. Remove the alternator bracket. The alternator bracket is the metal bracket that holds the alternator in place. It is located on the front of the engine. Remove the bolts that hold the bracket in place and remove the bracket.
4. Disconnect the electrical connections. There are two electrical connections that need to be disconnected from the alternator. The first is the positive battery terminal, and the second is the field terminal.
5. Remove the alternator. Once the electrical connections are disconnected, you can remove the alternator from the engine. It is held in place by two bolts. Remove the bolts and remove the alternator.
6. Install a new alternator. Installing a new alternator is the reverse of removing it. Insert the new alternator into the engine and secure it with the bolts. Connect the electrical connections and reinstall the alternator bracket, serpentine belt, and battery cable.
7. Test the alternator. Once the new alternator is installed, start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check the voltage at the battery terminals. It should be between 13.5 and 14.5 volts.
Here are some additional tips for removing a 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse alternator:
* Make sure that you have the right tools for the job. You will need a wrench, ratchet, socket set, and pry bar.
* If you are not comfortable working on cars, you can take it to a mechanic to have the alternator removed.
* Be careful not to drop the alternator. It is a heavy object and could cause damage if it falls on your foot.
