Alternator: Service and Repair

GENERATOR







Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Do not allow any metal object to come in contact with the generator housing and internal diode cooling fins. A short circuit may result and burn out the diodes.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Rotate the front end accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and position the accessory drive belt aside.
4. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.
5. Position the generator B+ protective cover aside, remove the nut and position the generator B+ terminal aside.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

6. Remove the 2 bolts and the generator.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.