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Generator Removal/Installation [L3 With TC]: Notes

WARNING:
  • Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they can cause severe burns or serious injury.
  • When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with generator terminal B will generate sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. Always disconnect the negative battery cable before performing the following operation.
CAUTION:
  • The generator can be damaged by the heat from the exhaust manifold. Make sure the generator duct is installed securely.
  1. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] ).
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the charge air cooler and charge air cooler bracket. (See INTAKE AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] .)
  4. Remove the heat insulator (body side) and exhaust manifold insulator (upper). (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] .)
  5. Remove the under cover and splash shield as a single unit.
  6. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] .)
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 1: Generator Mounting With Torque Specification
    G04955107Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.