Section 266 (Charging System (Service Information) 1500): Generator: Removal: 4.7L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Generator Connectors - 3.7L/4.7L

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1 - GENERATOR

2 - B+ NUT

3 - PLASTIC INSULATOR CAP

4 - FIELD WIRE CONNECTOR

WARNING:

Disconnect the negative cable from the battery before removing the battery output wire (B+ wire) from the generator. Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to the electrical system.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the generator drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
Unsnap the plastic insulator cap from the B+ output terminal (3).
Remove the B+ terminal mounting nut at the rear of generator (2). Disconnect the terminal from the generator.
Disconnect the field wire connector at the rear of the generator (4) by pushing on the connector tab.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Generator - 3.7L / 4.7L
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1 - LOWER BOLTS

2 - REAR BOLT

3 - GENERATOR
Remove the one rear vertical generator mounting bolt (2).
Remove the two front horizontal generator mounting bolts (1).
Remove the generator from vehicle.