Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Ignition off




Ignition off.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Disconnecting

Removal

Removing the air cleaner (ACL) module
Remove the air cleaner (ACL) module. See: Air filter module. Service and Repair.

Removing the dipstick pipe





Remove:
- the dipstick
- the screw
- the dipstick pipe.
Remove the throttle body (TB). See: Throttle body. Removal and Replacement.
Remove the auxiliaries belt. See: Tensioner accessory drive belt. Service and Repair.

Removing the generator (GEN)





Remove:
- the nut for the battery positive lead
- the connector
- the 3 screws.
Lift out the generator.

Installation

Installing generator (GEN)
Lift the generator into place.

Install:
- the 3 screws
- the connector
- the battery positive lead. Tighten. See: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Installing the dipstick pipe
Replace the seal on the pipe. Add a drop of engine oil to the seal. Install the pipe.

Install:
- the screw
- the dip stick
- the auxiliaries belt. See: Tensioner accessory drive belt. Service and Repair
- the throttle body (TB). See: Throttle body. Removal and Replacement.

Installing the air cleaner (ACL) module

Install:
- the air cleaner (ACL) module. See: Air filter module. Service and Repair
- the battery negative lead. Battery Disconnecting
Test the function.