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Generator - Removal






REMOVAL





1. Rotate the two retaining clips (3) and remove the air cleaner fresh air duct (2).
2. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable at battery.





3. Evacuate the A/C system Refrigerant System Evacuate.
4. Remove the right front wheel.
5. Remove the underbody air dam.





6. Remove the accessory drive splash shield.





7. Position aside the serpentine belt Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.
8. Remove the accessory drive idler pulley.





9. Remove the A/C compressor A/C Compressor - Removal.





10. Loosen the lower mounting bolt.





11. Unplug field circuit from generator.





12. Remove the B+ terminal nut and wire.





13. Remove the upper mounting bolt.
14. Remove the generator lower mounting bolt.





15. Slide the generator (1) down and out of vehicle.