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Generator Replacement




Generator Replacement (Diesel)

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) (Service and Repair)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2) (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) (Service and Repair)Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Diesel) (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (Service and Repair).




4. Uncover the B+ terminal (2) by sliding away the protective boot (1).
5. Remove the generator B+ terminal nut (2) and the electrical connector (4).




6. Remove the generator bolts (1) and generator (2) from the generator bracket.

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

1. Install the generator (2) to the generator bracket and tighten the generator mounting bolts (1) to 50 Nm (37 lb ft)




2. Connect the generator electrical connector (4).
3. Install the battery positive B+ cable terminal (3) to the generator stud and tighten to
10 Nm (89 lb in)
4. Slide the protective boot (1) back onto the terminal stud.
5. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) (Service and Repair)Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Diesel) (Service and Repair).
7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer toBattery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) (Service and Repair)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2) (Service and Repair)

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