Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Ignition off




Ignition off.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. See: Battery Disconnecting

Removal

Removing the air cleaner (ACL) module
Remove the air cleaner (ACL) module. Service and Repair

Removing the dipstick pipe





Remove:
- the dipstick
- the screw
- the dipstick pipe.
Remove the throttle body (TB). See: Throttle body, B5254T7 Removal and Replacement.
Remove the auxiliaries belt. See: Tensioner accessory drive belt, B5254T7 Service and Repair.

Removing the generator (GEN)





Remove:
- the nut for the battery positive lead
- the connector
- the 3 screws.
Lift out the generator.

Installation

Installing generator (GEN)
Lift the generator into place.

Install:
- the 3 screws
- the connector
- the battery positive lead. Tighten. See: Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Installing the dipstick pipe
Replace the seal on the pipe. Add a drop of engine oil to the seal. Install the pipe.

Install:
- the screw
- the dip stick
- the auxiliaries belt. See: Tensioner accessory drive belt, B5254T7 Service and Repair
- the throttle body (TB). See: Throttle body, B5254T7 Removal and Replacement.

Installing the air cleaner (ACL) module

Install:
- the air cleaner (ACL) module. See: Air filter module, B5254T7 Service and Repair
- the battery negative lead. See: Battery Disconnecting
Test the function.