Section 159 (Charging System (Service Information)): Generator: Removal: 3.5L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Dodge Avenger and 2009 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Never force a belt over a pulley rim using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt can be damaged.
- Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
- Remove generator drive belt. Refer to Cooling/Accessory Drive/BELT, Serpentine - Removal .
- Unsnap plastic protective cover (4) from B+ mounting stud.
- Remove B+ terminal mounting nut (3) and B+ terminal (2) at top of generator.
- Disconnect field wire electrical connector (1) by pushing on connector tab.
- Remove short mounting bolt (3) from generator (1).
- Remove long mounting bolt (2) from generator (1).
- Remove generator (1) from engine mounting bracket.