2006 LR3 4.4

Installing a new alternator. Power connection on, wire harness plug popped right in. Now for the last 5 HOURS I'm struggling HUGE trying to get the 3 bolts in.
Got the bottom two started but can't for the life of me get the top one started. So I'm starting over in the morning. Does anyone have a tip or trick or...? Frustrated.

Thanks!

 

Hmmm crickets.... I hope to answer my own question this morning. I "think" the problem I am having (lining up the bolts) is due to the power cable interfering with movement. I'll disconnect it and move it away. Reconnect after starting the bolts. Hope this works...

 

Yep...That was it. Leave the power cable off until the bolts are run in. Never picked that up on the videos I seen.

 

Hey glad you were able to figure it out. I found this same problem when I replaced my alternator. The power cable is stiff and has a certain shape to it. It makes it difficult to manipulate the alternator in to place properly to run the bolts in.