2002 BMW 745 alternator replacement

2002 BMW 745
120,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALIBABA714
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i cant get alternator out of the housing because of the pulley bracket at the bottom of the alternator ......How do i get the bracket out of the way i cant even see the bolts
Jul 20, 2010 at 9:32 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Did you get the radiator out yet? You also need to drop the stabilizer bar. There is a screw on back of the alternator that you have to feel for.
Jul 21, 2010 at 1:52 AM
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