Alternator replacement

2008 BMW 550I
145,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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Trying to tackle this thing but having an issue loosening the bolt on the passenger side mount to drop the subframe. any idea how to remove the nut on it? As it's hindered by an A/C line.
Feb 21, 2021 at 5:10 PM
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You might need to move the line out of the way. here are instructions on how to replace the alternator in the diagrams below. Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can see what's going on? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response. Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find.
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Feb 23, 2021 at 5:48 PM
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No, I meat the other side. I remove it, I had to remove the A/C compressor line. thanks
Feb 23, 2021 at 6:07 PM
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
Feb 25, 2021 at 4:50 PM