2004 Scion xB Bottom bolt on alternater

2004 SCION XB
85,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SCOTHMAN
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I would like to know how to remove the bottom
bolt from the alt. It dose not want to turn like a regular bolt. I see a nut on the back side but it has a locking tab on it.
May 11, 2009 at 11:36 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Hi
Not clear on your statement"like a regular bolt".
It unbolts like any bolt the nut on back is held in place. It maybe necessary to remove the adjuster bar.
Let me know
Thanks for donate
May 11, 2009 at 1:14 PM
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SCOTHMAN
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The bolt seems to be frozen and penetrating fluid
has not freed it up.If I cut the head of the bolt off
can I drive the bolt out the back?
Thanks for your first reply: Galvin
May 11, 2009 at 1:49 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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No don't cut off. Try PB Blaster get at Auto Zone. Need a six point socket 1/2 inch drive repeat tighting and loosing in a back forth motion.
May 12, 2009 at 10:50 AM