Alternator: Service and Repair

GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn the ignition OFF.

IMPORTANT: Record all pre-set radio stations.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the throttle body air duct.




4. Remove the accessory drive belt.

IMPORTANT: Use the required J 44811.

5. Disconnect the generator electrical connections.




6. Remove the generator to engine block bolts and the generator.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the generator and install the top bolts finger tight.
2. Install the bottom bolts and tighten all the generator bolts.

Tighten the generator-to-engine block bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Connect the electrical connections.

Tighten the B+ cable-to-generator nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

4. Install the accessory drive belt.

IMPORTANT: Use the required accessory drive belt removal tool number J 44811.

5. Install the throttle body air duct.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

7. Reprogram the radio stations.