How do you change the alternator on a 2001 mazda mpv mini van? Could someone send me picture and descriptions?

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W age of car..hard startn cud be a tuneup issue..bad dist cap..plug wires..fuel pressure reg or pump..git a data stream run w a factory scan tool....at a private shop only...for correctness n detail

it wouldnt burn alt it would burn up batt. need to make sure you have good conection " tightn every connection tight" and check your grounds "neg wire to dround" and connection on starter

You must remove the drive axle to get the alternator out. Please watch the video at this link.

Sounds like a Fuel problem? Make sure that fuel line pressure is within specification according specs.
Fuel Line Pressure 0.38-0.42 mpa (55-61 psi)
Fuel hold pressure 0.176 mpa (25.5 psi)

someone has broke or disconnected a wire somewhere under the car whilst changing the starter motor ,but what or where i couldnt tell you without having car on the ramp sorry

the alternator is putting out a charge but when i remove the battery wire the engine shut off.

P0031 - most likely pointing to a failed O2 sensor (bank 1 sensor 1 is located before the catalytic converter)

P0421 - failed catalytic converter or a failed O2 sensor

P1512 - intake manifold shutter valve is stuck - may be caused by the O2 sensor, but may not

I recommend replacing your O2 sensor first and see what happens

it is located under the skid plate. you'll need to remove the front drive, the alternator, and power steering pump out to remove the starter. need to remove the bottom cover to see it.

You own a mini van. These creations were designed by engineers to drive mechanics crazy! :-( Everything is designed with little or no access. The alternator on your van is made of aluminum (so it's silver). It is located near the crankshaft harmonic balancer. If you look at the harmonic balancer, the alternator will be at the 10 o'clock position. It is on the passenger side of the engine, behind the engine block. One of the fan belts goes to it. The pulley on the alternator has a belt on it. Follow the fan belt which goes towards the rear of the engine.
Charlie
PS You may have to get under the van to remove it.