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Accessory Mounting Brackets Replacement AC

Tools Required

J 41240 Fan Clutch Wrench

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 42910  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine cooling fan. Use special tool J 41240 to remove fan. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Important: Do not evacuate the air conditioning system.

  4. Remove the mounting bolts for the air conditioning compressor, if equipped. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
  5. Move the compressor aside and support.

  6. Object Number: 338506  Size: SH
  7. Remove the drive belt idler pulley if not equipped with A/C. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  8. Remove the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement in Steering.
  9. Remove the Power Steering Pump from the bracket. Refer to Power Steering Pump Replacement .

  10. Object Number: 188295  Size: SH
  11. Remove the Power Steering Bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 188295  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Slide the bracket on the stud and the power steering pump.
  2. Install the power steering pump pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Pulley Replacement in Steering.
  3. Install the air conditioning compressor, if equipped. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement in HVAC.

  4. Object Number: 338506  Size: SH
  5. Install the drive belt idler pulley if not equipped with A/C. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  6. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .

  7. Object Number: 82152  Size: SH
  8. Install the engine cooling fan. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement in Engine Cooling.

Accessory Mounting Brackets Replacement Generator

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 82152  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the engine cooling fan. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  4. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.

  5. Object Number: 340790  Size: SH
  6. Remove the wire harness bracket from the generator mounting bracket.
  7. Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  8. Remove the drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 196643  Size: SH
  10. Remove the three bolts and nut holding the generator bracket to the engine.
  11. Slide the bracket off of the stud.

Installation Procedure

  1. Slide the bracket on the stud.

  2. Object Number: 196643  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the three bolts and the nut.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts and nut to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  5. Install the drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  6. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .

  7. Object Number: 340790  Size: SH
  8. Install the wire harness bracket to the generator mounting bracket.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  10. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  11. Install the drive belt. Drive Belt Replacement .
  12. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  13. Install the engine cooling fan. Refer to Fan Clutch Replacement in Engine Cooling.