Alternator Removal and Installation: Removal

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's audio presets. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
3. Remove the intake manifold cover (see step 1 in IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
4. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  ).
5. Remove the harness clamp (A), then remove the bracket (B).
   Fig 1: Removing Harness Clamp & Bracket

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6. Disconnect the alternator connector (C) and BLK wire (D) from the alternator.
7. Remove the bolt (A), then disconnect the A/C suction line clamp (B) and the A/C receiver line stay (c).
   Fig 2: Disconnecting A/C Suction Line Clamp And A/C Receiver Line Stay

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8. Remove the washer reservoir mount bolt.
9. Remove the mounting bolt (A) and alternator bracket mounting bolt (B), then remove the alternator.

Fig 3: Removing Mounting Bolt And Alternator Bracket Mounting Bolt

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