Friday, September 23, 2011

How do i change the alternator on a 2005 Suzuki XL-7?

I am having trouble getting into where the bolts are just wondering if i need to take anything off or just try it like it is?
How do i change the alternator on a 2005 Suzuki XL-7?
Good luck! I recently changed the alternator belt on my XL-7 and it ain't easy. mine is an 02 and unless they have changed it - the pivot bolt at the bottom of the alternator is a Torx 50 female head. So you need a Torx 50 male (it looks kinda like a hex key with pointed corners) 3/8 drive and the right extensions to get to it. Make sure the torx bolt orifice is clean of debris and get the socket key fully seated - or you run the risk of stripping the bolt head out. if this happens you are pretty screwed and will probably have to pull the radiator to get access to the bolt so you can drill off the head. Or chisel it off or torch it to anneal it. you might want to consider actually taking it to a Suzuki dealer - and hopefully they wont screw it up.

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