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Remy 20220 Alternator
Reliable Alternator Replacement for Select GM and Jeep Models
The Remy Premium Remanufactured Alternator 20220 offers a dependable solution for restoring charging system performance in various Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles. Designed to meet OE specifications, this 12-volt alternator delivers consistent 78-amp output with an internal voltage regulator and an external fan for efficient cooling.
- Amperage Rating: 78 amps for stable electrical output
- Fan Type: External fan to enhance cooling during operation
- Voltage: 12 volts with internal voltage regulator
- Rotation Direction: Clockwise rotation compatible with specified vehicles
- Pulley Included: Yes, with a note that pulley change may be required
- OE Manufacturer: Delco/Delphi remanufactured to original standards
About the Premium Remanufactured Product Line
The Premium Remanufactured line by Remy focuses on restoring alternators to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) performance. Each unit undergoes a thorough remanufacturing process, including replacement of worn components and rigorous testing. This ensures reliable operation and compatibility with the original vehicle electrical system, making it a practical choice for maintaining factory-level functionality.
Detailed Product Description
This Remy alternator, part number 20220, is a remanufactured unit designed specifically for 12-volt electrical systems requiring a 78-amp output. It features an external fan to maintain optimal operating temperatures and an internal voltage regulator to provide consistent voltage control. The clockwise rotation matches the original equipment specifications for a range of GM and Jeep models, including Buick Century, Chevrolet Malibu, GMC S10, Jeep Cherokee, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Grand Prix. The included pulley may require replacement depending on your vehicle’s setup, so verify compatibility before installation.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores charging system functionality in Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Jeep, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles
- Resolves battery drain or failure to charge issues
- Eliminates dimming or flickering dashboard lights caused by alternator faults
- Replaces noisy or overheating alternators with external fan cooling
- Corrects voltage irregularities with internal voltage regulator
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Remy 20220 alternator, ensure the pulley matches your vehicle’s requirements; a pulley change may be necessary. Confirm the clockwise rotation aligns with your engine’s configuration. Disconnect the battery before installation to prevent electrical shorts. Verify all electrical connections are secure and free of corrosion for optimal performance.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Remy’s Premium Remanufactured alternators are tested to meet OE standards for performance and durability. Each unit undergoes comprehensive inspection and testing to ensure reliable operation. Warranty coverage details should be confirmed at the point of purchase, as they may vary by distributor.
| Brand | Remy |
| Part Number | 20220 |
| Position | Premium Remanufactured |
| Amperage Rating | 78 |
| Fan Type | External |
| New or Remanufactured | Remanufactured |
| OE Manufacturer | Delco/Delphi |
| Pulley Included | Yes |
| Pulley Note | Pulley Change May Be Required |
| Rotation Direction | Clockwise |
| Voltage (V) | 12 |
| Voltage Regulator Type | Internal |
This part fits 69 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1984 | Pontiac | 6000 | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | wo/AC; w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Buick | Century | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Buick | Regal | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | El Camino | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 | 2.2L | L4 | N/A | 78 Amps alternator; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Jeep | CJ5 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | wo/AC; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Jeep | CJ7 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | wo/AC; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Jeep | Scrambler | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | wo/AC; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Pontiac | 6000 | 4.3L | V6 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Grand LeMans | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Malibu | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; wo/AC; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | Cherokee | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | CJ5 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | CJ7 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | J10 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | J20 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | Scrambler | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Jeep | Wagoneer | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 4.3L | V6 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 4.3L | V6 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | Cherokee | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | CJ5 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | CJ5 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | CJ7 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | CJ7 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | J10 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | J20 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | Scrambler | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Jeep | Wagoneer | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | Cherokee | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | CJ5 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | CJ5 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | CJ7 | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | CJ7 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | J10 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | J20 | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Jeep | Wagoneer | 5.9L | V8 | N/A | Std; w/"R" Terminal; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Cruiser | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Salon | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured | |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; Std; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; w/Sgl Mtg Foot; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Calais | 4.3L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Sgl Mtg Foot; w/Gauges; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Salon | 4.3L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; w/Sgl Mtg Foot; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 4.3L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; w/Sgl Mtg Foot; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
| 1979 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | w/Gauges; w/Sgl Mtg Foot; 78 Amps; Premium Remanufactured |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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