3.2L

Generator

Removing






- Switch the ignition off.

- Disconnect the battery ground (GND) cable from the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove the front noise insulation. Refer to - 1 -

- Remove the bolt - 1 - and nut - 3 -.






- Remove the right lock carrier brace - 2 -.









Risk of destroying if the running direction of a used ribbed belt is reversed.

• Before removing ribbed belt, marking running direction with chalk or a felt-tip pen for reinstallation.

- Pivot tensioner in the direction of the- arrow - to release tension on ribbed belt.

- Detach ribbed belt from generator pulley.

- Release tensioner.

• Observe safety precautions when working on the automatic transmission.






- Remove the bolt - arrow - for the ATF lines.

- Disconnect the electrical connector on the oil level thermal sensor (G266) and free up the wiring harness on the generator.






- Remove the bolts - arrows - and remove generator.

- Disconnect electrical connector - 1 -.

- Remove terminal 30/B+ - item 2 -.

- Remove the generator downward between the ATF lines and the lock carrier.

Installing

• Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Generator without Bushings Overview ] Generator Without Bushings Overview.

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Secure the ATF lines.

- Install the lock carrier right brace.

- Position ribbed belt over pulleys in stated sequence.






1. Generator

2. Idler pulley

3. Coolant pump

4. Power steering pump

5. A/C Compressor

6. Tensioner for ribbed belt

7. Crankshaft


• When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is seated correctly on the belt pulley.

- Connect battery. Required actions, refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Start the engine and make sure the belt it running correctly.