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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 340 (GENERATORS & REGULATORS)OVERHAULGENERATORDISASSEMBLY
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Section 340 (Generators & Regulators): Overhaul: Generator: Disassembly
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus ES 330. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use generator Pulley Set Nut Wrench Set (SST 09820-63011) to remove generator pulley. To remove pulley, install SST "A" and "B" to rotor shaft and tighten SST "B" clockwise to 29 ft. lbs. (39 N.m). See Figure. Place SST "C" securely into a vise. Verify that SST "A" is secured to rotor shaft and install SST "A" and "B" and generator into SST "C". Turn SST "A" in correct direction to loosen pulley nut. See Figure. To prevent damage to rotor shaft, DO NOT loosen pulley nut more than 1/2 turn. Remove generator from SST "C". Turn SST "A" and "B", remove pulley nut and pulley.
- Remove rear end cover. See Fig 1. Remove brush holder. Remove rotor from generator coil using Puller (SST 09286-46011). Remove generator washer from rotor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.