Section 175 (Charging): Generator: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus LS 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove engine under cover.
Remove V-bank cover and engine room side cover RH.
Remove drive belt.
Loosen the belt tension by turning the drive belt tension counterclockwise, and remove the drive belt.

NOTE: The tension pulley has a left-hand thread.

Fig 1: Removing Drive Belt
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Disconnect power steering oil cooler pipe from oil pan.
Remove the 2 bolts and 2 screws, disconnect the 2 power steering oil cooler pipes from the oil pan.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolts Attaching Oil Cooler
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Remove generator.
1. Disconnect the generator connector.
2. Remove the rubber cap and nut, disconnect the generator wire.
3. Remove the bolt and cord clip from the generator.
4. Remove the bolt, 2 nuts, wire bracket and generator.