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Which alternator do I need to get?

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    Which alternator do I need to get?

    I have a 93 accord EX with an F23A1 engine from a 2002 accord and the battery light came on. The car started fine which I take it to mean the battery is still in good working condition. However, when I unhook the battery the speakers start making some kind of weird noise and the car sounds like it's ready to die which leads me to believe that it's the alternator.
    My most likely guess is that I'll need the '02 alternator, but I didn't know if for some odd reason I might need the '93 version because of the frankenstein build.

    Thank you for your time.
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    The easy answer to determine what part you will need is determined by the wiring harness your engine has on it. If whomever swapped the engine used the 1993 Accord engine harness, then that's the alternator you'll need. If they used the 2002 harness, you'll need a 2002 Accord alternator. The plugs are different and the newer alternator has one more rib on the pulley.
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      #3
      I have the f23a from japan and i just look up the corrasponding year of the car the part pertains to. i hope that makes sense.

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        #4
        First thing first get that alternator tested. It may seem like it but before throwing it out for a new one you should always be certain. And as for finding out which, I'd follow Jarret's advice. Just because it's a different motor doesn't mean it was swapped with a different harness.

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          Post a picture of the back of the alternator with the plug unplugged.

          Steve

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