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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Generator Nut & Battery Positive Cable Terminal
    GM2268938Courtesy 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. Reposition the positive battery cable boot at the generator terminal.
  4. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the generator.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable nut (3) at the generator.
  6. Remove the positive battery cable terminal (4) from the generator.
    7. Fig 2: Identifying Idler Pulley Bolt & Idler Pulley
    GM2196009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the idler pulley bolt (1) and idler pulley (2). Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  8. Remove the generator bolts (3).
    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 (4).
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