Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery.
2. Disconnect the generator electrical connections.
3. Remove the generator drive belt.
4. Remove the through bolts that retain the generator.
5. Remove the generator.


INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the generator to the mounting bracket with the bolts and the washers.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the generator nuts.

Tighten
^ Tighten the generator nuts (2) to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).
^ Tighten the generator bolt (5) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
^ Tighten the generator bolt (1) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

3. Install the generator drive belt.

CAUTION: Before removing or installing any electrical unit, or when a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with "live" or "hot all the times" exposed electrical terminals, disconnect the negative battery cable to help prevent personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or components. Unless instructed otherwise, the ignition switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position.

4. Connect the generator electrical connections.
5. Connect the negative cable at the battery.