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Removal and Replacement




REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [3.0L ENGINE]













REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

[[A]] GENERATOR DRIVE BELT REMOVAL





1.
CAUTION:
When the generator drive belt is reused, draw an arrow indicating the rotating direction on the back of the belt using chalk to install the same direction.

Turn the drive belt auto-tensioner to counterclockwise, and insert the L-shaped hexagon wrench to the auto-tensioner hole in order to fix the auto-tensioner.
2. Remove the generator drive belt.

[[B]] A/C COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

1. Remove the A/C compressor assembly from the A/C compressor bracket with the hose still attached.

2. Place the removed A/C compressor assembly where it will not be a hindrance when removing and installing the generator assembly, and secure it with a cord or wire.

[[C]] GENERATOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

Move the A/C compressor assembly to one side, and then remove the generator assembly from under the vehicle.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT

]]A[[ GENERATOR ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

1. Temporarily tighten the generator assembly to the generator bracket.





2. In accordance with the tightening order shown in the illustration, tighten the installation bolts for the generator bracket to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 47 ± 11 Nm (35 ± 8 ft-lb)