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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1916864Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the generator.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Generator Wiring Harness & Nut
    GM1916866Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Reposition the generator wiring harness boot (1) at the generator terminal.
  5. Remove the generator wiring harness nut (3) from the generator.
  6. Remove the generator wiring harness (2) terminal from the generator.
    7. Fig 3: Identifying Generator & Bolts
    GM1916868Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the idler pulley (3). Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  8. Remove the generator bolts (1).
    9. NOTE: When removing the generator from the vehicle, it may be necessary to maneuver the generator to remove it from the vehicle.
  9. Remove the generator (2).
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