Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Terminals
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Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and "B" terminal cable from the alternator. Loosen the clip (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Alternator Connector & Clip
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Remove the adjusting bolt (A), lock bolt (B), the alternator belt (C) and the alternator mounting bracket (D).
Pull out the through bolt, then remove the alternator (E).

Fig 3: Identifying Alternator, Adjusting Bolt, Lock Bolt, Belt, & Mounting Bracket
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
Adjust the alternator belt tension after installation.