TYC 2-11609 Alternator

OE-Style Alternator for Hyundai and Kia

This TYC alternator is built for direct replacement service on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It delivers 110 amps of output and uses a decoupler pulley with 6 grooves and clockwise rotation for OE-style fitment and belt alignment.

Key Features

• TYC Part Number 2-11609
• OE manufacturer reference: Valeo
• 110A power generation for charging-system service
• Decoupler pulley design with 6 grooves
• Clockwise rotation
• Cross-references BBB Industries 11609 and Bosch AL4094X for the same application

Detailed Description

TYC 2-11609 is an alternator for vehicles originally equipped with a Valeo charging unit. It is engineered for select Hyundai Veloster and Kia Rio, Forte Koup, Forte5, and Soul applications, including Kia Rio and Kia Soul models with the Eco Package. The 110-amp output supports stable electrical system performance while the decoupler pulley helps match the original belt-drive configuration. If you are replacing a worn alternator on a Hyundai Veloster or Kia Soul, this unit provides the OE-style specifications needed for a proper service replacement.

What It Helps Solve

• Battery warning light caused by alternator output loss
• Low charging voltage during driving or idling
• Dim lights or electrical instability from charging-system wear
• Belt-drive noise related to a failing pulley assembly
• Starting issues tied to insufficient alternator performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE manufacturer reference, pulley type, groove count, rotation direction, and amperage before installation. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for 2012-2017 Kia Rio with Eco Package, 2013 Kia Soul with Eco Package, 2013-2017 Hyundai Veloster, 2014-2016 Kia Forte Koup, 2014-2016 Kia Forte5, and 2014-2016 Kia Soul. For best results, inspect the drive belt and charging-system connectors during replacement.

Quality Assurance

This TYC alternator is built to OE-matched specifications for the listed Hyundai and Kia applications. It is designed around the original Valeo-style configuration to support accurate replacement service.