MPA Electrical 8197507 Alternator

Remanufactured 105 Amp Alternator

MPA Electrical Part Number 8197507 is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for Delco applications that use a 5-groove serpentine pulley, internal fan, and internal regulator. It delivers 105 amps and clockwise rotation for direct-fit charging system service on select Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles.

This remanufactured alternator is a practical replacement for charging-system repairs on 1996-1998 Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Achieva, Pontiac Grand Am, and Pontiac Sunfire, plus 1998 Chevrolet Malibu second production models with the battery post on the rear. Part number 8197507 is also referenced in interchange listings for related Delco-style applications.

Key Features

• 105 amp output for 12-volt charging systems
• Internal fan and internal voltage regulator
• 5-groove serpentine pulley
• Clockwise rotation
• Delco manufacturer specification
• Remanufactured electrical component from MPA Electrical

Detailed Description

MPA Electrical 8197507 is a remanufactured alternator engineered around Delco-style fitment requirements and common GM compact-car charging layouts. The unit’s 105 amp rating supports stable battery charging and electrical system operation, while the internal regulator and internal fan simplify the design for vehicles that use this configuration. The 7:00 clocking and rear battery-post note on the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu second production application are important fitment details when matching the replacement to the original unit. This part number 8197507 is a direct-reference choice for service work on Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Achieva, Pontiac Grand Am, and Pontiac Sunfire applications.

Brand Line: Remanufactured indicates this alternator has been rebuilt for reuse in charging-system service, making it a service replacement rather than a new OE unit.

This part cross-references BBB Industries 8197-7 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1996-1998 Buick Skylark, N/A
• Fits 1996-1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, N/A
• Fits 1998 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A; Second Production (battery post on the rear); Remanufactured
• Fits 1996-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, N/A
• Fits 1996-1998 Pontiac Grand Am, N/A
• Fits 1996-1998 Pontiac Sunfire, N/A

Common Issues This Alternator Can Address

• Low battery charge or repeated battery drain
• Dim lights or unstable electrical output
• Charging warning light on the dash
• Alternator bearing or internal regulator failure
• Charging system output below specification

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley groove count, rotation, clock position, and regulator style against the original unit before installation. Confirm the 1998 Chevrolet Malibu application is the second production version with the battery post on the rear. Inspect the belt, battery condition, and charging cables during replacement to help prevent repeat charging-system faults.

Quality Assurance

MPA Electrical remanufactured components are rebuilt for service replacement use and specified to match the listed Delco-style application details, including amperage, pulley type, rotation, and voltage requirements.