S40 2010 diesel 2 litre D4 R-Design 177

Zeguvnor · Mar 5th, 2024, 20:04

Can someone please give me a part number for an alternator for the above please and best place to get one? UK based.
Appreciated cheers.

iainmd · Mar 6th, 2024, 17:38

Honestly, based on experience, get a Volvo OEM one from the dealer. Sure, it's not the cheapest but the electrical system in my V50 threw up all sorts of voltage errors with an aftermarket one despite it being the right spec. Local garage has had multiple problems with Ford era Volvos and Fords not liking aftermarket alternators. I ended up swapping an aftermarket one back to a Volvo supplied one and all errors went.

The exact part number will depend on what ampage of alternator was fitted from the factory. You'll see that on a sticker on the alternator or you'd need to use VIDA to interrogate the car software to see what's fitted. If you change the ampage you need a software update to reflect it from the dealer so best ensure you stick to the same spec.

Just my 2p worth.

Mar 5th, 2024, 20:04	#1
Zeguvnor Darren Last Online: Mar 28th, 2024 19:49 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Belfast	S40 2010 diesel 2 litre D4 R-Design 177 Can someone please give me a part number for an alternator for the above please and best place to get one? UK based. Appreciated cheers.

Mar 6th, 2024, 17:38	#2
iainmd Member Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 13:38 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Fife View Photos By: iainmd	Honestly, based on experience, get a Volvo OEM one from the dealer. Sure, it's not the cheapest but the electrical system in my V50 threw up all sorts of voltage errors with an aftermarket one despite it being the right spec. Local garage has had multiple problems with Ford era Volvos and Fords not liking aftermarket alternators. I ended up swapping an aftermarket one back to a Volvo supplied one and all errors went. The exact part number will depend on what ampage of alternator was fitted from the factory. You'll see that on a sticker on the alternator or you'd need to use VIDA to interrogate the car software to see what's fitted. If you change the ampage you need a software update to reflect it from the dealer so best ensure you stick to the same spec. Just my 2p worth. __________________ Present: 2009 Volvo V50 1.6D DRIVe SE Past: 2004 Volvo S40 T5 SE

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