Section 121 (Charging): Generator: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove engine under cover.
Remove drive belt.
Loosen the belt tension by turning the drive belt tensioner clockwise, and remove the drive belt.

NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following items. Do an on-vehicle inspection. See CHARGING SYSTEM .

Fig 1: Removing Drive Belt
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Remove generator.
1. Disconnect the generator connector.
2. Remove the rubber cap and nut, and disconnect the generator wire.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Generator Connector
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3. Disconnect the engine wire clamp from the wire clip on the generator.
4. Remove the bolt and pipe clamp, and disconnect the 2 A/T oil cooler pipes from the generator.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Engine Wire Clamp
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5. Remove the bolt, nut, pipe bracket and generator.
  1. Torque : 40 N.m (400 kgf.cm, 30 ft.lbf)
  Fig 4: Locating Pipe Bracket
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