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Alternator Removal and Installation: Removal

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's audio presets. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
  3. Remove the intake manifold cover and ignition coil cover (see IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  ).
  5. Remove the harness clamp (A), then remove the bracket (B).
    Fig 1: Removing Harness Clamp And Bracket
    G03639188Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Disconnect the alternator connector (C) and the BLK wire (D) from the alternator.
  7. Remove the mounting bolt (A) and alternator bracket mounting bolt (B), then remove the alternator.
    Fig 2: Removing Mounting Bolt And Alternator Bracket Mounting Bolt
    G03639189Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.