Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the alternator "B" terminal tightening nut.
Disconnect the alternator "B" cable (B) from the alternator "B" terminal.
Alternator "B" terminal tightening nut:

9.8 - 11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)
Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and alternator harness fixing pin (B).
Remove the cooling fan.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "COOLING FAN ")
For release the tension, turn the drive belt tensioner (A) counterclockwise then remove the drive belt (B).

Fig 1: Turning Drive Belt Tensioner Counterclockwise
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Remove the alternator mounting bolts (A).
Alternator mounting bolt:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Removing Alternator Mounting Bolts
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Remove the alternator (A).

Fig 3: Removing Alternator
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