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Generator - Removal






5.7L










WARNING: Disconnect negative cable from battery before removing battery output wire (b+ wire) from generator. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to electrical system.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the generator drive belt Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.
3. Unsnap the plastic insulator cap from the B+ output terminal.
4. Remove the B+ terminal mounting nut at the rear of the generator. Disconnect the terminal from the generator.
5. Disconnect the field wire connector at the rear of generator by pushing on the connector tab.
6. Remove the generator support bracket nuts (3) and bolt (4) (Figure 1) and remove the support bracket.










7. Remove the two generator mounting bolts (1) and (3) (Figure 2).
8. Remove the generator from the vehicle.