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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  3. Remove the accessory drive belt from the generator. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
  4. Fig 1: Generator Mounting Components
    GM3273796Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector (3) from the generator.
  6. Reposition the protective boot (2) and remove the generator B + fastener (1).
  7. Remove the battery positive cable from the generator stud.
  8. Remove the fastener (5) securing the generator rear brace (4) to the back of the generator.
  9. Fig 2: Generator & Mounting Fasteners
    GM3273792Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the generator mounting fasteners (1) and remove the generator (2) from the engine compartment.