Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Completely loosen the idler pulley bolt.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Disconnect the generator electrical connector (1).
- Reposition the battery cable boot then disconnect the battery cable from the generator.
- Remove the generator bolts and position generator aside.
- Remove the drive belt idler pulley.