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Generator Replacement CS144 Generator

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery terminal. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the drive belt from generator. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  3. Remove the windshield wiper system module cover. Refer to Section 8E.
  4. Remove the windshield wiper motor crank arm link from the wiper motor and move aside. Refer to Section 8E.
  5. Position the wiper arms to a vertical position on windshield.
  6. Remove the engine mount strut bracket bolts and rotate engine forward. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the generator.
  8. Remove the nut and battery positive lead from the generator output (BAT) terminal.
  9. Remove the generator front brace. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement .
  10. Remove the generator rear brace. Refer to Generator Rear Brace Replacement .
  11. Remove the generator pivot bolt and nut from the generator.
  12. Place a floor jack at the center front of the frame.
  13. Remove the front frame bolts. Refer to Section 10-3.
  14. Lower the frame three inches.
  15. Remove the generator from the engine.

  16. Object Number: 162669  Size: SH

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the generator to the engine.

  2. Object Number: 162669  Size: SH
  3. Raise the frame using the floor jack.
  4. Install new front frame bolts. Refer to Section 10-3.
  5. Remove the floor jack.
  6. Install the generator pivot bolt to the generator.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the generator pivot bolt to 50   N·m (37   lb   ft).

  8. Install the generator rear brace. Refer to Generator Rear Brace Replacement .
  9. Install the generator front brace. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement .
  10. Install the battery positive lead to the generator output (BAT) terminal with the nut.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the battery positive lead (BAT) nut to 25   N·m (18   lb   ft).

  12. Connect the electrical connections to the generator.
  13. Rotate the engine rearward and install engine mount strut bracket bolts. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  14. Install the windshield wiper motor crank arm link to wiper motor. Refer to Section 8E.
  15. Install the windshield wiper system module cover. Refer to Section 8E.
  16. Install the drive belt to the generator. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  17. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable.

Generator Replacement Valeo A13VI+

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery terminal. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the drive belt from generator. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  3. Remove the windshield wiper system module cover. Refer to Section 8E.
  4. Remove the windshield wiper motor crank arm link from the wiper motor and move aside. Refer to Section 8E.
  5. Position the wiper arms to a vertical position on windshield.
  6. Remove the engine mount strut bracket bolts and rotate engine forward. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the generator.
  8. Remove the nut and battery positive lead from the generator output (BAT) terminal.
  9. Remove the generator front brace. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement .
  10. Remove the generator rear brace. Refer to Generator Rear Brace Replacement .
  11. Remove the generator mounting bolts.
  12. Remove the generator pivot bolt and nut from the generator and set the generator aside.
  13. Remove the generator mounting bracket from the engine. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement
  14. Remove the generator from the engine.

  15. Object Number: 162669  Size: SH

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the generator to the engine.

  2. Object Number: 162669  Size: SH
  3. Install the generator mounting bracket to the engine. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement
  4. Install the generator pivot bolt to the generator.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the generator pivot bolt to 50   N·m (37   lb   ft).

  6. Install the generator rear brace. Refer to Generator Rear Brace Replacement .
  7. Install the generator front brace. Refer to Generator Brace Bracket Replacement .
  8. Install the battery positive lead to the generator output (BAT) terminal with the nut.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the battery positive lead (BAT) nut to 25   N·m (18   lb   ft).

  10. Connect the electrical connections to the generator.
  11. Rotate the engine rearward and install engine mount strut bracket bolts. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  12. Install the windshield wiper motor crank arm link to wiper motor. Refer to Section 8E.
  13. Install the windshield wiper system module cover. Refer to Section 8E.
  14. Install the drive belt to the generator. Refer to Engine Mechanical.
  15. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable.