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2004 Suzuki XL7 Repair Question


Topics covered: Terminal, Battery, Coupler.
Mileage: 143,000 miles.

Asked on April 19, 2011

Alternator 2004 suzuki xl7

I need a detailed instruction on changing my alternator. I can not afford a mechanic and have limited mechanical knowlege. however i am genuinley handy at do-it your self projects. Please help I need my truck back.
thanks Paul

PS. I would be happy to make a donation but my checking account is negative at the moment and unless I can get to work it will not get better. I do pledge to donate once I am back in the black. Hope some one can help out a guy temporarily down on his luck

Avatar Asked by paul123456

Answer

Replied on April 20, 2011

I would so appreciate it if any-one could send a reply to my email address. make sure to include a means to show you my appreciation once I am back on track. mostamazingplace@yahoo.com

Tiny Response from paul123456
1 question asked
Replied on April 20, 2011

GENERATOR
Removal
Disconnect negative cable at battery.
Disconnect generator lead wire ("B" terminal wire) and coupler from generator.
Remove generator belt.
Remove generator drive belt adjusting bolt and generator mounting bolt.
Remove generator.
Installation
Mount generator on the generator bracket.
Tighten generator bolts (upper bolt (1), lower bolt (2)) to specification.
Install generator (cooling fan) belt.
Connect "B" terminal wire (3) and coupler to generator. Tighten "B" terminal outer nut (b) to the specification. See Fig. 17.
Install canister.
Connect negative cable at battery.

Tiny Answered by BMRFIXIT (expert)
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