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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls-4.3L.
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical-4.3L.
  4. Disconnect the regulator electrical connector.
  5. Remove the generator front mounting bolts.
    Fig 1: Identifying Generator Mounting Bolts
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  6. Remove the generator rear mounting bolt.
  7. Remove the generator output (BAT) terminal nut.
  8. Remove the generator.