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Fiesta Mk6 1.6 Tdi - Failing Alternator - Wiring Issue? Pic Included!

dale7_uk
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Hi all,

My alternator failed today. I was wondering if anyone could look at the attached picture and tell me if the wiring could actually be the problem. If you look just to the right hand side of the red tape in the middle you'll see what looks like a single brown wire being stretched. If you look closely it also looks like there might have been a green wire that has been ripped off.

Could anyone tell me if this could cause the alternator to fail? If so does it mean it's now been damaged and will need replacing anyway?

If anyone could advise on how to sort out this wiring that would be great. Unless it's simple I think I might be forced to take it to the garage.

Also, if anyone has a guide on how to remove the existing alternator (if it does need to be replaced) that would be great. I almost got it off tonight but found the adjuster bracket to be directly in front of one of the bolts holding it on.

Many thanks

Dale

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