Alternator plug help

[Clark]

Hi Folks
Please forgive me for this request. I need help. I want to purchase a new alternator for my truck.
I don't really need it right now. I just want to have one in case. So here is my problem I want to compare
the the plug insert to the new insert on the Alternator I want to buy. But I can't get the plug off, not only are
my hands to big to get in there but it seems there is a plastic clip holding the plug in place. Can Someone please help this old guy with a general how to remove advice. I'm afraid to break the plastic clip."if any" Thanks so much:emb:

 

[Bruces]

Alternator plug

This is the plug end and alternator. Keep in mind the H3 requires a specific voltage regulator. There are a lot of alternators that will fit but if the voltage regulator is not right the computer will not recognize it until you have the internal regulator is changed. I swapped to a 240 amp alternator and found out that the regulator in it was wrong. Cost me $75 to get that replaced. Also if you did not know the alternator creates the volts and amps. The regulator just controls the flow of power and the on off of charge.

 

[Clark]

Wow thank you. the one I want to buy is a 220 but how did you pull the plug out?
Like i said I'm afraid of breaking the little plastic clip.

 

[Bruces]

I took the pics when I changed it out with the new alternator.

 

[Clark]

OK thank you I guess I'll have to get in there with a small screwdriver.

 

[Panzer07]

OK thank you I guess I'll have to get in there with a small screwdriver.

No screw driver necessary just use your finger it should pop up rather kick if you are hitting from the front (front grill to it) reach in and feel the little nipple with the finger lift it a little with the other two finger try and wiggle it loose. It should come off rather easy.
Bit like he already stayed make sure i get the right regulator mine came with a different connector I got that replaced install it and my battery light came on...2 days later the truck died...put in my old alternator and all good I still need to get the alternator back to the shop...to get the right regulator and see if that fixed the problem also keep in mind the new alternator might have a smaller pulley...either u gonna need a smaller belt or swap pulleys

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[Mr_Rich]

That's definitely not your standard GM Weather Pack or Metri Pack connector. I have both kits for electrical repairs and that one isn't in it. It looks like it's "keyed" and just gently lifting that tab will release the connector. Good pics made this pretty clear.

 

[Bruces]

I just curled the edge of my finger tip under edge of clip and used othe fingers to pull up slightly. Doesn’t take much to release clip. Your rubber seal may be stuck. Don’t pull on wires but pull on plastic. If seal stays you can get it out after you remove plug.

 

[Clark]

Thank you Guys so much I will try to get my hands in there some how...lol
Have a Great Thanksgiving Along With Your Families And Loved One's God Bless!

 

[Bruces]

If you pull battery and battery box it’s right there