Generator - Removal

2.4L






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

1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
2. Remove underbody air dam.
3. Remove right front wheelhouse splash shield Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.
4. Remove generator drive belt Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.






NOTE: Do not disconnect the A/C lines when relocating the A/C compressor.

CAUTION: Support the A/C compressor when relocating. Failure to properly support the A/C compressor can cause damage to the lines and or seals. This can cause a leak in the A/C system.

5. Relocate A/C compressor, A/C Compressor - Removal.






CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt can be damaged.

6. Unsnap plastic protective cover (1) from B+ mounting stud.
7. Remove B+ terminal mounting nut (2) and B+ terminal (3) from generator.
8. Disconnect field wire electrical connector (4) by pushing on connector tab.





9. Remove bolt and lower idler pulley.





10. Remove upper mounting bolt (3) from generator (1).
11. Remove lower mounting bolt (2) from generator (1).
12. Remove generator (1) from engine mounting bracket.





13. Rotate generator so that the pulley faces down.





14. Position generator in order to move past the A/C compressor and out of vehicle.