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Tourx tools to fix holden astra alternator 2002 model

Remove air cleaner housing with hot film mass air flow meter and air intake hose - see illustration “Air duct X 20 DTL, Y 20 DTL” and “Air duct Y 20 DTH up to MY 2003” or “Air duct Y 20 DTH as of MY 2003, Y 22 DTR”. Remove lower engine compartment cover – see operation “Lower Engine Compartment Cover, Remove and Install” in group “A”. Tension ribbed V-belt-tension roller anti-clockwise and take ribbed V-belt from alternator pulley. Remove fastening bolts (x3) for rear wiring trough. Detach cable connections at alternator. Remove turbocharger and starter heat shields. Loosen lower alternator fastening bolt (3). Detach wiring harness plug and vacuum line from charge pressure controller solenoid valve and remove charge pressure controller solenoid valve. Remove upper fastening bolt alternator (2) and lay alternator aside to rear. Detach coolant hose (1). Detach coolant flange from cylinder head – collect coolant.

The importance here is that you let us know what you want to do and what model your alternator is. The tools needed for the removal and repair of the alternator should be available at any good hardware or auto supply store.