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Dismantling and Replacing the Alternator

Model: Mini Mini R53, R50, R52 - Years 2001-2007
Part: Alternator

Start by disconnecting the electrical supply by removing the positive terminal from the battery. Dismantle the coolant hoses, which should be laid aside to access the alternator. Lift the vehicle on a ramp and begin unscrewing the bolts underneath, then lower the vehicle and proceed from the bonnet with the upper bolts. Once the alternator is freed from its supports and belt, detach it and pull it upwards to extract it from its housing. This operation is challenging and requires the removal of some components to create the necessary space for extraction. After removing the faulty alternator, reverse the steps to replace it with the new component.

Updated on 5 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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