Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
Remove the oil fill cap.
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Lift up on the front of the intake manifold cover (1).
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Intake Manifold Cover(1)@Upper Intake Manifold Bracket(2) - Remove
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Using an appropriate tool, rotate the drive belt tensioner (1) counterclockwise and hold tension.
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Accessory Drive Primary Belt(1) - Remove
Slowly release tension on the drive belt tensioner.
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Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt(1) - Remove
Drive Belt Tensioner(2) - Reposition
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Retainer Spring(1) - Release
Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Tube(2)@Throttle Body - Remove and position aside
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Radiator Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt(1) - Remove
Radiator Inlet Hose Bracket(2) - Reposition away
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NOTE:
Intake manifold is shown transparent.

Battery Positive Cable Nut(1)@Generator - Remove
Auxiliary Generator Battery Jumper Cable(2) - Remove
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Electrical Connector(1) - Disconnect
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Remove the upper generator bolt (1).
Loosen the lower generator bolt (2) until it is disengaged from the generator bracket.
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Remove the generator (1) and transfer the generator lower mounting bolt (2) to the NEW generator, if necessary.