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Removal and Installation

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Remove the battery cover.
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable. then disconnect the positive cable.




4. Remove the front engine compartment cover.




5. Move the auto-tensioner to relieve tension from the alternator belt, and remove the alternator belt.
6. Disconnect the condenser fan motor connector, and remove the air conditioning (A/C) compressor clutch Connector from the condenser fan shroud.




7. Remove the condenser fan/shroud assembly.




8. Remove the ground cable. and disconnect the 4P connector and BLK wire from the alternator.




9. Remove the alternator and bracket.
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
11. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio. then enter the customer's radio station presets.