Alternator: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Removal/Installation Of Battery Cables:

1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Loosen but DO NOT remove the generator adjustment nut.
3. Raise vehicle with front wheels turned fully to the right.
4. Remove the plastic lower splash shield.

Generator Rear View:

5. Disconnect the generator field circuit wiring connector. Squeeze locking tab to release.
6. Remove the B+ terminal nut and wire.

Generator Front View:

7. Loosen pivot bolt, but do not remove.
8. Remove the generator drive belt. The generator spill shield does not need to be removed.
9. Remove three mounting pivot bracket bolts.
10. Remove pivot bolt and bracket.
11. Holding the generator in one hand, remove adjustment nut and slide the generator off the T-bolt. The T-bolt does not need to be removed.
12. Lower the generator and remove through The wheel well

INSTALLATION
- For installation, reverse above procedures. The generator field connector has a locking tab and will snap when fully installed. Tighten all fasteners to the proper torque. Refer to the Torque Specification chart, Battery/Starter/Charging Systems Diagnostic.