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Alternator Replacement

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequenices for the radio's preset buttons.
  2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
  3. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. Remove the right side headlight (see HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT ).
  5. Remove the reserve tank from the bracket.
  6. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
  7. Remove the three bolts securing the alternator.
    Fig 1: Removing The Three Bolts Securing The Alternator
    G01398904Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting The Alternator Connector And Wire From The Alternator
    G01398905Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the alternator.
  10. Install the alternator and drive belt in the reverse order of removal.
  11. Connect the positive cable and negative cable to the battery.
  12. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.
  13. Set the clock.
  14. Perform the engine control module (ECM) idle learn procedure (see ECM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).