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Alternator: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery.







2. Remove the generator heat shield top nut.
3. Raise and support the vehicle.







4. Remove the screws and the lower splash shield.







5. Release the accessory drive belt tension and remove the belt from the generator pulley.







6. Remove the generator heat shield lower nut and the heat shield.







7. Release the two air intake tube retainers and remove the air intake tube assembly.







8. Remove the generator B+ cable nut and disconnect the B+ cable.







9. Remove the two generator nuts and bolt.
10. Lower the vehicle.







11. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.







12. Remove the upper generator nut.
13. Raise and support the vehicle.







14. Remove the engine roll restrictor mount bolt.
15. Position the engine forward and remove the generator.

NOTE: This step will require an assistant.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.