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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Generator Electrical Connector
    GM898329Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
  3. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Generator Cable Boot, Head, Nut & Bolt
    GM899614Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the generator cable (3) from the generator, perform the following:
    1. Slide the boot (1) down revealing the terminal stud.
    2. Remove the generator cable nut (2) from the terminal stud.
    3. Remove the generator cable (3).
    5. Fig 3: View Of Generator & Bolts
    GM899619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the generator bolts.
  6. Remove the generator.
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