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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical-2.2L (L61).
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the generator.
  4. Remove the generator bolts.
    Fig 1: Identifying Generator Bolts
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  5. Remove the generator.