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Replacement

Alternator Replacement

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's radio station and XM radio channel presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.




5. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.




6. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.
7. Install the alternator and drive belt in the reverse order of removal.
8. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, and then connect the negative cable.
9. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station and XM radio channel presets.
10. Set the clock.
11. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.