Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual M16A · Repair Instructions

Generator Removal and Installation

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Removal
1)Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2)Remove right front fender lining.
3)Remove exhaust No.1 pipe. icon 
4)Remove water pump / generator drive belt. icon 
5)Disconnect “B” terminal wire (1) and connector (2) from generator (3).
6)Remove generator.
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Installation
Reverse removal procedure noting the following points.
•Before adjusting belt tension, tighten pivot bolt to 30 N·m (3.1 kgf-m, 22.5 lbf-ft) and check that bush (1) in generator bracket is in contact with generator (2), and then loosen the bolt.
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•Tighten generator bolt and pivot bolt to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Generator bolt (a): 25 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.5 lbf-ft)
Pivot bolt (b): 48 N·m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.5 lbf-ft)
•Connect wire (1) to generator as shown in figure, and tighten “B” terminal nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque
“B” terminal nut (c): 11 N·m (1.1 kgf-m, 8.5 lbf-ft)
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