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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (without A/C) or Drive Belt Replacement (with A/C) in Engine Mechanical - 2.8L (LK5) or Drive Belt Replacement (without A/C) or Drive Belt Replacement (with A/C) in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).
  3. Raise and support the vehicle only high enough to access the A/C compressor through the wheelhouse. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Remove the left front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Remove the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
    6. Fig 1: View Of A/C Compressor
    GM1402502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disengage the A/C compressor electrical connector from the bracket.
    7. IMPORTANT: Evacuation of the A/C refrigerant will not be necessary.
  7. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts (2, 3) ONLY.

    The upper mounting bolt (2) will remain with the A/C compressor (1).

  8. Lower the vehicle.
    9. Fig 2: View Of Generator Wiring Components
    GM1313641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Reposition the protective boot (4) from the generator output BAT terminal (2) for access.
  10. Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut (6) and disconnect the generator lead (5) from the generator.
  11. Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1) from the generator.
    12. Fig 3: View Of Generator & Mounting Bolts
    GM1313647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the 3 generator mounting bolts.
  13. Remove the engine lift bracket, in order to gain clearance to remove the generator. Refer to Engine Lift Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 2.8L (LK5) or Engine Lift Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).
  14. Position the A/C compressor forward, in order to gain clearance to remove the generator.
  15. Remove the generator from the engine.
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