Alternator Bolt

RUDY MUNIZ

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2002 SUZUKI XL7
6 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
104,000 MILES

Can you please tell me the tool type and size I need to remove the lower alternator bolt on my 2002 Suzuki XL7? Thanks.

Monday, November 16th, 2009 AT 3:22 PM

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DAVE H

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I believe itis a 50 Torx, be careful not to strip it

GENERATOR
Removal
Disconnect negative cable at battery.
Disconnect generator lead wire ("B" terminal wire) and coupler from generator.
Remove generator belt. See 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. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Install generator (cooling fan) belt. See GENERATOR BELT.
Connect "B" terminal wire "3" and coupler to generator. Tighten "B" terminal outer nut "b" to the specification. See Fig. 18.
Install canister.
Connect negative cable at battery.

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Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 AT 4:43 AM

FLNANA

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It is a torx T50 but good luck. Mine is stripped too. I am going to try to take holding bracket off and work with it on bench.

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Wednesday, December 16th, 2015 AT 4:24 AM

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2002 Suzuki XL7 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

what tool do I need to remove lower alternator bolt

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Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 AT 1:23 PM (Merged)

SATURNTECH9

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So do you need to know what size socket to remove the bottom bolt I don't have detail's about that in my repair manual's. Or are you having trouble getting the bolt out by being able to get a socket on the bolt. Let me know. I believe it is a 50 Torx

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Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 AT 1:23 PM (Merged)

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2004 SUZUKI XL7
4 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
143,000 MILES

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

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Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 AT 1:23 PM (Merged)

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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

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Saturday, December 22nd, 2018 AT 1:23 PM (Merged)

BMRFIXIT

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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.

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