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Removal Procedure

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.


    Object Number: 832902  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory.
  3. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement.
  4. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.

  5. Object Number: 395686  Size: SH
  6. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
  7. 5.1. Slide the boot down revealing the terminal stud.
    5.2. Remove the generator cable nut from the terminal stud.
    5.3. Remove the generator cable.

    Object Number: 385810  Size: SH
  8. Remove the generator bolts.
  9. Remove the generator.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 385810  Size: SH
  1. Install the generator.
  2. Install the generator bolts.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 395686  Size: SH
  4. Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:
  5. 3.1. Install the generator cable.
    3.2. Install the generator cable nut to the terminal stud.

    Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

    3.3. Slide the boot over the terminal stud.

    Object Number: 663672  Size: SH
  6. Connect the generator electrical connector (3).
  7. Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement.
  8. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory.

  9. Object Number: 832902  Size: SH
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .