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Generator Replacement (LC3)



Generator Replacement (LC3)

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the generator drive belt.
3. Remove the upper generator mounting bolts (1, 3).
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the front air deflector.
6. Cut the tie strap securing the wiring harness to the generator.




7. Remove the lower generator mounting bolt.
8. Lift the generator off of the mounting bracket in order to gain access to the connector and the generator output BAT terminal nut.
9. Disconnect the wire harness electrical connector from the generator.
10. Reposition the protective boot from the generator output battery terminal for access.
11. Remove the generator output battery terminal nut and disconnect the battery positive lead from the generator.
12. Remove the generator from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the generator near the installed position.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Connect the battery positive lead to the generator and install the generator output battery terminal nut.

Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the protective boot to the generator output BAT terminal.
4. Connect the wiring harness connector to the generator.
5. Position the generator to the generator bracket on the engine.
6. Install the lower generator bolt, but do not tighten at this time.




7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install the upper generator bolts.

Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

9. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
10. Install a new tie strap to secure the wiring harness to the generator.
11. Install the front air deflector.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Install the generator drive belt.
14. Connect the battery negative cable.