Section 135 (Charging System (Service Information)): Generator: Removal: 5.7L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 RAM Pickup and 2012 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - GENERATOR |
| 2 - SUPPORT BRACKET |
| 3 - BRACKET NUTS |
| 4 - BRACKET BOLT |
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.
- Remove the B+ terminal mounting nut at the rear of the generator. Disconnect the terminal from the generator.
- Disconnect the field wire connector at the rear of generator by pushing on the connector tab.
- Remove the generator support bracket nuts (3) and bolt (4) and remove the support bracket. Refer to Fig 1.
1 - MOUNTING BOLT 2 - GENERATOR 3 - MOUNTING STUD / BOLT - Remove the two generator mounting bolts (1) and (3). Refer to Fig 2.
- Remove the generator from the vehicle.