I have done my fair share of auto mechanicing but after breaking my back 10 years ago and then the newer cars became so heavily computerized, I let my dealer do it.
My oldest son has a mid-2000 Dodge 1/2 ton pickup and he wants me to help change the alternator.
In the past on earlier model cars, I'd disconnect the battery first, change the alternator, adjust the belt tension and then reconnect the battery.
I'm concerned about disconnecting the battery on this one because of the comuter losing power, possibly disabling it and he'd end up having to go to a dealer or mechanic to get the computer reset.
Anybody have any knowledge about this?
Thanks!