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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Battery Positive Cable Nut And Cable At The Generator
    GM1394044Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LE5, LE9, LZ4, LZE, or LY7) .
  2. Remove air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  3. Reposition the positive battery cable boot at the generator terminal.
  4. Remove the positive battery cable nut at the generator.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable terminal from the generator.
  6. Fig 2: Locating Generator Electrical Connector
    GM1394065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector from the generator.
  8. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  9. Fig 3: View Of Generator Bolts
    GM1394079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  11. Remove the generator bolts.
  12. NOTE: When removing the generator from the vehicle, it may be necessary to maneuver the generator to remove it from the vehicle.
  13. Remove the generator.