Remy 12079 Alternator

Remanufactured Alternator for Dakota

Remy Premium Remanufactured alternator Part Number 12079 is built for 12-volt charging systems and delivers 136 amps for the 1999-2000 Dodge Dakota. It uses an internal fan, clockwise rotation, an included pulley, and an external voltage regulator setup to match the listed OE-style application.

Key Features

• Remanufactured alternator from Remy Premium Remanufactured
• 136 amp output for steady electrical charging performance
• 12-volt unit with internal fan design
• Clockwise rotation with pulley included
• External voltage regulator type
• OE manufacturer reference: Nippondenso
• Cross-reference part numbers: 121000-4270, 56005686AB

Product Details

This Remy alternator, Part Number 12079, is a remanufactured charging component for Dodge Dakota trucks in the 1999-2000 model years. It is specified for the Dakota with 136 amps and is built around Nippondenso OE architecture, making it a direct-fit replacement choice for owners searching for a 1999 Dodge Dakota alternator or a 2000 Dodge Dakota alternator with the correct electrical and pulley configuration.

Remy Premium Remanufactured is the brand line used for remanufactured electrical components that are restored to application-specific specifications. For buyers comparing a Remy 12079 alternator against OE-style replacements, this line focuses on the original equipment design details that matter for charging-system fitment and function.

What It Helps Address

• Battery warning light caused by weak charging output
• Low system voltage during driving or idling
• Dim lights or inconsistent electrical performance
• Charging-system failure from a worn alternator
• Fitment issues when replacing the original Dakota alternator

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s charging-system layout before installation, including the external voltage regulator configuration, clockwise rotation, and pulley style. Confirm the replacement matches the original alternator’s amperage rating and OE reference before removing the old unit. For 1999-2000 Dodge Dakota applications, compare the existing part number and connector setup to Part Number 12079 to ensure proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

Remy Premium Remanufactured parts are remanufactured electrical components built to application-specific specifications for charging-system replacement use. This part cross-references Nippondenso-style OE numbers for the same application, including 121000-4270 and 56005686AB.