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Removal Procedure

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The (K43) 102 ampere generator is serviced as a complete unit only.

The (KG7) 125 ampere generator is serviced as a complete unit only.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the drive belt from the generator. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L32) or Drive Belt Replacement (L67) in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  3. Position aside the protective boot from the generator output BAT terminal for access.
  4. Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut and remove the positive battery lead from the generator.
  5. Remove the generator rear brace nut (5).
  6. Remove the generator rear brace bolt (3).
  7. Remove the generator rear brace (4).
    8. Fig 1: Removing Generator Rear Brace (3.8L)
    GM461838Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the pivot bolt (1) from the generator.
    9. IMPORTANT: Spacer (4) is only present if equipped with the (KG7) 125 ampere generator.
  9. Remove the stud (3) and bolt (2) from the generator.
  10. Disconnect the electrical connector from the generator.
  11. Remove the generator.
    12. Fig 2: Removing Generator (3.8L)
    GM514262Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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