Alternator Removal and Installation: Removal

Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
Remove the right upper fender trim (A), battery trim (B), left upper fender trim (C), then remove the upper grille cover (D).

Fig 1: Identifying Right/Left Upper Fender Trim, Battery Trim And Upper Grille Cover
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Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
Remove the splash shield.

Fig 2: Identifying Splash Shield
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Remove the harness clamps (A) and connector (B) from the A/C condenser fan shroud.

Fig 3: Identifying Harness Clamps And A/C Condenser Fan Shroud Connector
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Loosen the two bolts (C) securing the A/C condenser fan shroud.
Lower the vehicle on the lift.
Disconnect the fan motor connector (A), and remove the reserve tank (B).

Fig 4: Identifying Fan Motor Connector And Reserve Tank
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Remove the two bolts (C), then remove the A/C condenser fan shroud.
Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.

Fig 5: Identifying Alternator Connector And BLK Wire
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Remove the bolt (C) securing the harness holder.
Remove the mounting bolt (A) and alternator bracket mounting bolt (B), then remove the alternator.

Fig 6: Identifying Alternator Bracket Mounting Bolt
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