REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
| CAUTION | When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery. |
Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove engine cover and air cleaner inlet tube. Remove drive belt from pulley. Raise and support vehicle. Remove bolts, pin-type retainers and lower splash shield. Remove the right side radiator lower air deflector.
- The generator must be supported by hand after removing the bolts prior to disconnecting the electrical connector or damage to the harness will result. Remove generator mounting bolts. Rotate generator to access B+ terminal, and remove nut. Position the generator so it will rest on the mounting bolt bracket and disconnect the electrical connector.
- Care must be taken when removing the generator to prevent damage to the air conditioning and cooling lines. While positioning and supporting the generator at all times, rotate the generator to gain access for removal.
Installation
- Position generator and connect harness connector. Install pivot bolt and nut, leave loose. Install generator expanding bushing/bolt assembly and tighten to specification in 2 steps. Install remaining mounting bolts and tighten to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-163638-S22114250942004070800000) .
- Connect B+ terminal. Install right side lower air deflector. Install lower splash shield. Lower vehicle, install drive belt to generator pulley and air cleaner inlet tube. Reconnect negative battery cable.