Alternator Removal and Installation: Removal

Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped). Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) position.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Remove the engine cover (see step 1 in IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the A/C suction line from brackets (A).

Fig 1: Identifying A/C Suction Line From Brackets
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Remove the coolant reservoir (A), then remove power steering fluid reservoir (B) from the bracket.

Fig 2: Identifying Coolant Reservoir And Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
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Remove the harness bracket (A), then disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Harness Bracket And A/C Compressor Clutch Connector
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Disconnect the alternator connector (C) and the BLK wire (D) from the alternator.
Remove the mounting bolt (A) and alternator bracket mounting bolt (B), then remove the alternator.

Fig 4: Identifying Alternator Mounting Bolt
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