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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Generator, Electrical Harness Connector & Nut
    GM2196013Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the front compartment front sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Front Sight Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the positive battery cable protective cap at the generator terminal.
  4. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the generator.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable fastener (2) at the generator.
  6. Remove the positive battery cable terminal (3) from the generator.
  7. Remove the drive belt from the generator and idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  8. Fig 2: Generator, Idler Pulley & Mounting Components
    GM2758934Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove the idler pulley fastener (1) and idler pulley (2).
  10. Remove the generator fasteners (3) and the generator mounting stud (4).
  11. Remove the generator (5).