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Generator Replacement (L61)

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner resonator.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Remove the radiator inlet hose.
5. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the generator.
6. Reposition the engine wiring harness lead rubber boot (3).
7. Remove the engine wiring harness terminal lead to generator nut (3).
8. Remove the engine wiring harness terminal (4) from the generator stud.




9. Remove the generator bolts.
10. Remove the generator.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the generator to the engine block.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the generator bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).




3. Install the engine wing harness terminal (4) to the generator stud.
4. Install the engine wiring harness terminal lead to generator nut (3).

Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

5. Position the engine wiring harness lead rubber boot (3).
6. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the generator.
7. Install the radiator inlet hose.
8. Install the drive belt.
9. Install the air cleaner resonator.
10. Connect negative battery cable.