Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Generator Cable & Nut

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L (RPO LQ4)) or Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L (RPO LQ9)) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L, or Engine Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
1. Reposition the boot to expose the stud.
2. Remove the generator cable nut.
3. Remove the generator cable from the stud.

Fig 2: View Of Battery Cables At Junction Block

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Open the positive cable junction block.
Remove the generator cable nut.
Remove the generator cable (2) from the junction block.