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Generator Replacement (With 4.2L Engine)

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the drive belt.




3. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) line mounting bracket bolt at the engine lift hook.




4. Remove the right engine lift hook bolts and remove the lift hook.




5. Remove the 3 generator mounting bolts and remove the generator.




6. Disconnect the battery positive cable nut (1) on the generator.

Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the battery positive cable to the generator and secure the positive cable with the nut (1).

Tighten the generator positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

2. Install the generator and secure the generator with 3 bolts.

Tighten the generator bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).




3. Install the engine lift hook and secure the lift hook with 2 bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).




4. Install the A/C line bracket to the lift hook and secure the bracket with the bolt.

Tighten the A/C line bracket bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

5. Install the drive belt.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.