Can I bypass my Dual Alternator?

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TF3N

Discussion Starter · Dec 17, 2015 (Edited)

Hey guys,

My belt snapped on the way to work last night. I have a new belt and tensioner on the way, but I didn't realize my truck was equipped with dual alternators and the belt I have coming is for a single alternator. I called all local shops and the dealership and theyd all have to special order the belt.

Is it okay to just bypass the second alternator all together? I dont have anything that draws a significant amount of power installed.

Thanks,

TF

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shoguy89

· #2 · Dec 24, 2015

Yeah, you can, but you'll proll'y get a CEL. The second alternator is controlled by the computer. If you bypass it, the computer will know and not be happy.

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