Freewheel Clutch/Pulley for alternator. This unit is standard equipment on all Sprinter alternators (7 Groove - 55 mm OD).
THIS IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT OF THE SERPENTINE BELT SYSTEM AND A KNOWN CAUSE OF BREAKAGE PROBLEMS. IT IS COMMON FOR THIS DECLUTCHING PULLEY TO FAIL, LONG BEFORE THE ALTERNATOR WEARS OUT.
A special tool is required for installation of this unit and are not usually replaceable outside a repair facility. If you are purchasing a new alternator, you will not need to buy this, as the alternator is furnished with a new pulley.
Check your alternator pulley under black plastic cap to determine if you need this 12 point tool or the Inverted Torx (six point). If you have the Torx style you need the full kit listed below in related products.
This tool is required to remove and replace the decoupling alternator pulleys MOST Sprinters, with either Bosch or Valeo alternators and Metris, as well as other vehicles.
This comes with the 12 point socket (triple square) for the bolt on the alternator.
Alternator voltage regulator and cut-out. Located under black plastic rear cover of alternator. Fits ONLY Valeo alternator, NOT for Bosch. Fits 180 amp models only.
The
220 Amp alternators are used on those models with a secondary A/C
compressor (Roof-mounted A/C units). If in doubt, look at the black
plastic backing plate on the alternator. It will be marked either 180A
or 220A.
Alternator voltage regulator and cut-out. Located under black plastic rear cover of alternator. Fits ONLY Valeo alternator, NOT for Bosch. ONLY FOR 220 AMP ALTERNATOR
The 220 Amp alternators are used on those models with a secondary A/C compressor (Roof-mounted A/C units). If in doubt, look at the black plastic backing plate on the alternator. It will be marked either 180 or 220.
