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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.3L.
  3. Disconnect the generator electrical connector (3).
  4. Fig 1: Ignition Coil, Ignition Coil Driver, Ground Nut/Cable & Generator Electrical Connectors
    GM782177Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
    1. Slide the boot down revealing the terminal stud.
    2. Remove the generator cable nut from the terminal stud.
    3. Remove the generator cable.
  6. Fig 2: View Of Generator Cable & Nut
    GM395686Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 3: View Of Generator & Bolts (4.3L)
    GM785526Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the generator bolts.
  8. Remove the generator.