Car Fix DIY Videos

In this video, young DIY mechanic Aiman will show you how to remove the alternator from Hyundai Sonata 6th Sixth Generation YF (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014) 2.4L engine. This covers the Hyundai Sonata 2.4L GLS, Hyundai Sonata 2.4L SE, and Hyundai Sonata 2.0 turbo.

Need To Order Alternator For 2010-2014 Sonata? Tools to remove the serpentine belt? Here’s the links if you want to buy from Amazon:

1. https://amzn.to/31CVXR7 (TYC 2-11189 Replacement Aftermarket Alternator – Prime One or Two Day Eligible)
2. https://amzn.to/34KQIRI (Genuine Hyundai 37300-2G150 Alternator Assembly – Not Prime Eligible)
3. https://amzn.to/3hDkb3m (Extra Long Box End Wrench Set, Metric Combination Durable Aviation Spanner 6PCS CRV 8mm – 19mm by EZARC Tools)

This video is only for the removal. For re-installation and replacement, please watch Part 2 of this video. Here’s the link: https://youtu.be/YLvQBPgOJpU

In most cases, the reasons you would want to remove the alternator would be because the unit is defective and you would like to replace and re-install with a new one, either a new / used genuine OEM or aftermarket parts.

Removal and replacement of alternator in Hyundai Sonata is quite tricky, but the trickiest part involved removing the serpentine belt. The gap between the tensioner bolt and the body in so narrow that you would need a special tool such as a serpentine belt removal tool with 17mm crow foot flare socket or low profile nano socket or a zero offset box end aviation spanner.

We have a separate full-length dedicated video designed to show you how to remove the serpentine belt on YF Sonata, and the tool (s) you will need in order to remove the serpentine belt. Here’s the link to that video:

There are many tools you could buy from Amazon, local auto hardware, home improvement store other online retailers, but the best tools are Extra Long Zero Degree Offset Box End Aviation Spanner sets. The popular brands are Genius, Gear Drive, BullTools SATA, Horusdy, Delihom, EZARC and more.

We actually purchased a set of EZARC zero degree offset Metric Combination Aviation Spanner which comes in 8mm to 19mm. That tool review video is here if you’re interested to watch: https://youtu.be/1fps9AW4G2c

This car is Uncle Lan’s 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. He is guest star in this video. Uncle Lan is instrumental in how Aiman started recording, making and producing DIY auto repair and how to fix it videos on his youtube channel. Aiman’s first video was fixing front strut and rear suspension on his 2001 green Honda Civic. He was only 9 years old at that time. If you are interested in watching Aiman’s first auto repair video, here there are:

1) https://youtu.be/K1bZ6ucLx_I | Taking Wheel Off To Replace Front Suspension 2001-2005 Honda Civic: Part 1 – By Young Mechanic Aiman

2) https://youtu.be/_vDbB9I05KY | How To Take Apart Front Suspension On 2001 Honda Civic In Order To Replace (Part 2) By Young Aiman

As always, before working on engine components with electrical connection, please follow safety protocols and procedures by disconnecting negative battery terminal.

About Hyundai Sonata: Sixth generation (YF; 2009–2014)

For the US market, the sixth generation Sonata boasted a direct-injection 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine Model GLS, SE, and Limited trims. A six-speed manual transmission came standard on the GLS.

The 6th Hyundai Sonata was awarded Top Safety Pick from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the United States. The Sonata 2.0T was released in December 2010.

Thanks for watching, please check our other DIY auto repair tutorial & guide videos on EyeOnAiman’s channel. Other cars Aiman have worked on includes Honda Accord, Civic, Insight, Hyundai Santa Fe, Elantra and Toyota Prius Hybrid.

Obviously, Aiman’s auto repair videos are mostly designed for entertainment purposes. Aiman is not a professional and not a certified ASE mechanic. If you’re looking for instructions or steps on how to fix or diagnose problems with your car, SUV, minivan or vehicle repair, how to remove, replace or install parts, you should always watch more than just 1 videos. The videos should always be used only as a guide. Manufacturers always recommend using genuine OEM parts but sometimes cheaper aftermarket can be as good as the originals.

Be sure to watch our other DIY auto repair videos, diagnostic ideas, and how-to fix them on EyeOnAiman’s youtube channel and facebook page.

You can watch all of Aiman’s auto repair videos in the following playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WpsIdGl1JI&list=PLWTQPaDoIjN3NwWPptSutOqcjoB_CmZNF&index=1

Recording Date: August 26, 2020
Video URL: https://youtu.be/8WpsIdGl1JI