Hilldidge Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 I have a Defender Tdi with a faulty alternator. Can I remove it to get it fixed and still get it to start and drive if I have a full battery? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arjan Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Depends on the engine type Battery will drain quicker than you think.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escape Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 (edited) The problem is, by removing the alternator you also remove the drive belt. And this is used to drive the water pump as well, so without an alternator in place, you wont get coolant flow either. OK to just move the car around, not for driving it any distance. You could rig an idler pulley to keep the drive belt on and tensionned if you really need the car running... Edited March 31, 2018 by Escape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Post moved from LR 4x4 forum matters to the vehicle faults forum. Please post in the correct location, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.