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Generator Removal Note

  1. Remove the bolt shown in the figure and set the PCM wiring harness aside.
    G12231867Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the wiring harness bracket using the following procedure.
    1. Remove the bolts shown in the figure.
      G11436034Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Remove the wiring harness clips shown in the figure.
      G11436035Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    3. Remove the wiring harness bracket.
  3. Disconnect the connectors shown in the figure.
    G11436036Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the A/C compressor with the cooler hose still connected and secure it using wire or rope so that it is out of the way. (See A/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G (VIN Y)] .)
  5. Fully loosen the generator lower bolt and pull it outward until it contacts the body frame.
    NOTE:
    • The generator can be removed without fully removing the lower bolt from the engine.
  6. Remove the generator upper bolt.
  7. Remove the generator together with the generator lower bolt from the engine.
  8. Remove the generator from above the engine compartment.
    G11436037Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.