Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator - 4.6L (3V)









1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to Battery.

2. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Fuel Delivery and Air Induction.

3. Rotate the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt tensioner clockwise and position the FEAD belt aside.

4. Release the generator harness locator from the generator bracket.

5. Remove the 4 bolts and the generator bracket.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

6. Loosen the 2 generator bolts and position the generator aside to access the electrical connections.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

7. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.

8. Position the generator B+ protective boot aside, remove the generator B+ nut and terminal and remove the generator.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (150 lb-in).

9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.