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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. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.

NOTE: The PCM memory must be reset after reconnecting the battery.

3. Remove the battery and battery base.




4. Remove the mounting bolt, lock bolt and adjusting rod, then remove the alternator belt.




5. Remove the alternator bracket.




6. Disconnect the 4P connector and harness clip bracket, then remove the terminal nut and the BLK wire from the B terminal. Take out the alternator.
7. Install the reverse order of removal.
8. Adjust the alternator belt.
9. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.