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Removal and Installation

Alternator Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down customer's audio presets.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.




5. Disconnect the alternator connector (A), BLK wire (B), and harness clamp (C) from the alternator.
6. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve.




7. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.

Installation




1. Install the alternator.
2. Install the positive crankcase (PCV) valve.




3. Connect the alternator connector (A), BLK wire (B), and harness clamp (C) to the alternator.
4. Install the auto-tensioner.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Connect the battery positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable.
7. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's audio presets.
8. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
9. Set the clock.