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Removal

1. Remove battery and battery tray.
2. Disconnect electrical harness connector and output terminal wiring.
3. Loosen belt tensioner and remove generator belt from pulley.
4. Remove one mounting bolt at front of generator and two bolts at rear.
5. Remove generator from vehicle.

Installation

1. Position generator in vehicle and install three mounting bolts. Tighten front bolt to 48-72 Nm (36-53 lb-ft). Tighten rear bolts to 34-50 Nm (26-36 lb-ft).
2. Install generator belt and set belt tension to 658-854 N (148-191 lb) for a used belt, or to 978-1178 N (220-264 lb) for a new belt.
3. Connect output terminal wire and electrical harness connector.
4. Install battery tray and battery.