How to service and repair the alternator on Ford Thunderbird?

The first step of servicing the alternator includes supporting the generator manually after removing its bolts while ensuring no damage occurs to the harness. Focus on generator removal with careful handling since the air conditioning and cooling lines require special attention until you reach the rear position of the A/C suction line. The first step requires battery disconnect followed by moving the accessory drive belt off the generator pulley. Proceed with component removal starting from front valance panel, air deflector, then continuing with other parts according to their order. First detach the suction line clip attached to the radiator core support before removing the lower bracket retaining bolt of the LH A/C suction line and moving the bracket toward the back. Support the generator while disconnecting electrical connectors and when removing the B+ wire nut you should set the connector boot to the side. The reverse order of generator removal constitutes the installation step.

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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: F6PZ-10346-EARM2
$196.32 MSRP: $325.45
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- Other Name: Alternator Assembly; Remanufactured Denso First Time Fit Alternator; Alternator Reman; Alternators
- Replaces: GL-485-RM, F6PZ-10346-BRM, F6PZ-10346-EARM1, F6PZ-10346-EARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Ford Thunderbird | LX | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: F6AZ-10346-AARM2
$208.97 MSRP: $354.55
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- Other Name: Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: 2C2U-10300-BB, F6AZ-10346-AARM1, F6AZ-10346-AARM, GL-491-RM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994 Ford Thunderbird | LX | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: FODZ-10346-DRM2
$111.85 MSRP: $151.78
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- Other Name: Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: GL-469-RM, FODZ-10346-DRM1, FODZ-10346-DRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1993 Ford Thunderbird | Base, LX, Super Coupe | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: F4PZ-10346-BRM2
$193.04 MSRP: $320.00
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- Other Name: Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: F4PZ-10346-BRM, GL-477-RM, F4PZ-10346-BRM1
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird | LX, Super Coupe | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: E9PZ-10346-ARM1
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Alternator Assembly; Remanufactured Denso First Time Fit Alternator; Alternator Reman; Alternators
- Replaces: E9PZ-10346-ARM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1993 Ford Thunderbird | Base, LX, Sport, Super Coupe, Turbo | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: E1BZ-10346-BRM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Re-Manufactured Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: E1BZ-10346-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Ford Thunderbird | Base, Elan, Fila, LX, Sport, Turbo | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: F3SZ-10346-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Alternator Assembly; Reman Alternator
- Manufacturer Note: Parts List No. 245 Alternator ,, 110 amp. , S/C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1995 Ford Thunderbird | Base, LX, Super Coupe | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: E7PZ-10346-BRM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Re-Manufactured Alternator Assembly
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985 Ford Thunderbird | Base, Elan, Fila, LX, Sport, Turbo | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: E2GZ-10346-CRM
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Re-Manufactured Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: E2GZ-10346-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Ford Thunderbird | Base, Elan, Fila, LX, Sport, Turbo | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: 6W4Z-10346-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Alternator Assembly; Remanufactured Denso First Time Fit Alternator; Alternator Reman; Reman Alternator; Alternators
- Replaces: 4W4Z-10346-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Ford Thunderbird | 50th Anniversary Edition, Base, James Bond Edition, Pacific Coast Roadster | 8 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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Ford Thunderbird Alternator Part Number: 4U2Z-10V346-GERM
$224.04 MSRP: $356.36
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Re-Manufactured Alternator Assembly
- Replaces: 4U2Z-10V346-AJRM, 4U2Z-10V346-EGRM, GLV-8450-RM, GLV-8783-RM, XW4Z-10V346-BARM, GLV-8709-RM, GL-450, GLV-9048-RM, XW4Z-10346-BA, XW4Z-10V346-BBRM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2004 Ford Thunderbird | Base, James Bond Edition, Neiman Marcus, Pacific Coast Roadster | 8 Cyl 3.9 L GAS

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The Ford Thunderbird Alternator is one of the important parts of the car that charge the battery of the car and supplies electricity to the car components as it is in motion. Usually, it is positioned at the front of the engine; it works to turn mechanical energy generated in the engine into electrical energy that circulates in various components such as the battery. To deliver the power of electricity to the vehicle needs, the alternator utilize a rotating magnetic field with a stationary armature and produces the alternating current. As the unit which can regulate the voltage to avoid causing under charge or over charge, the alternator is a very important part of the electric system in the car. Also, high-output alternators for Thunderbird lovers who need more amperage for custom parts or high-performance electronics appropriate upgrades to deliver the desired functionality without a harm to the charging system of their automobile.

Ford Thunderbird Alternator Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service and repair the alternator on Ford Thunderbird?
A:
The first step of servicing the alternator includes supporting the generator manually after removing its bolts while ensuring no damage occurs to the harness. Focus on generator removal with careful handling since the air conditioning and cooling lines require special attention until you reach the rear position of the A/C suction line. The first step requires battery disconnect followed by moving the accessory Drive Belt off the generator pulley. Proceed with component removal starting from front valance panel, air deflector, then continuing with other parts according to their order. First detach the suction line clip attached to the radiator core support before removing the lower bracket retaining bolt of the LH A/C suction line and moving the bracket toward the back. Support the generator while disconnecting electrical connectors and when removing the B+ wire nut you should set the connector boot to the side. The reverse order of generator removal constitutes the installation step.