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07-06-2013, 12:51 PM
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Alternator/voltage regulator question
Is the voltage regulator part of the alternator?...as in if you buy an alternator, does it comes with a voltage regulator within the unit? Also, If I want to tackle this job, any tips that might be helpful?
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07-06-2013, 01:14 PM
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Regulator is a separate part
The following may be of help: Alternator replacement??? - Bimmerfest - BMW Forums
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07-06-2013, 01:21 PM
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This link shows the regulator:
RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 4.8is Alternator, individual parts
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07-06-2013, 02:52 PM
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So you saying...if I want to change the alternator and voltage regulator, I would have to purchase both alternator and regulator ? I ask a BMW dealer and they say its a all in one unit.
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07-06-2013, 03:14 PM
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My read on the realoem site is that it is a separate purchase. But, since it is attached to the alternator and it is recommended to replace the regulator at the same time it may be included in a new alternator--BMW should know. To compare prices the following may help:
Furiousmethod.com - BMW Parts Price Comparison
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07-06-2013, 08:19 PM
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The regulator can be brought separately if the regulator is bad or if the brushes has worn to the point that the alternator is no longer charging the battery. A new alternator comes with a regulator already installed.
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