Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Generator - Removal






5.7L






WARNING: Disconnect the negative cable from the battery before removing the battery output wire (B+ wire) from the generator. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to the electrical system.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner body Air Cleaner Body - Removal.
3. Remove the serpentine belt Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.





4. Unsnap the plastic insulator cap from the B+ output terminal.
5. Remove the B+ terminal mounting nut at the rear of the generator. Disconnect the terminal from the generator.
6. Disconnect the field wire connector (3) at the rear of the generator by pushing on the connector tab.
7. Remove two generator mounting bolts (1).
8. Remove the generator (2) from vehicle.