Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator Replacement (2.0L LHU)

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

2. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement Engine Sight Shield Replacement.

3. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.




4. Fold the generator cap (4) aside.

5. Remove the generator positive cable retaining nut (3) and the generator positive cable (2).

6. Disconnect the generator wiring harness plug (1) from the generator.




7. Remove the generator nut (1) and the 2 generator bolts (2).

8. Remove the generator (3) from the engine.




9. Turn the generator (3) as shown in the graphic.

10. Remove the 3 generator and power steering pump bracket bolts (2).

11. Remove the generator and power steering pump bracket (1).




12. Turn the generator (1) back in normal position and remove the generator from vehicle as shown in the graphic.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the generator (1) to the vehicle as shown in the graphic.




2. Turn the generator (3) as shown in the graphic.

3. Install the generator and power steering pump bracket (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

4. Install the 3 generator and power steering pump bracket bolts (2) and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).




5. Turn the generator (3) back in normal position to the engine.

6. Install the 2 generator bolts (2) and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).

7. Install the generator nut (1) and tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).




8. Connect the generator wiring harness plug (1) to the generator.

9. Install the generator positive cable retaining (2) and the generator positive cable nut (3). Tighten the nut to 13 Nm (115 lb in).

10. Fold the generator cap (4) to the generator positive cable terminal.

11. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.

12. Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement Engine Sight Shield Replacement.

13. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.