Removal [11/2023 - ]: Procedure

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PRECAUTION
NOTE:
- After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
  Refer to BEFORE DISCONNECTING BATTERY [11/2023 - ]
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
DRAIN COOLANT (for Intercooler)
Refer to REPLACEMENT [10/2022 - ]
REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT
Refer to REMOVAL [10/2022 - ]

DISCONNECT NO. 2 INTERCOOLER COOLING WATER HOSE

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DISCONNECT NO. 3 INTERCOOLER COOLING WATER HOSE

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REMOVE INTERCOOLER RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY

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DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE

REMOVE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY

Remove the 2 nuts and bolt.
Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the stud bolt and generator assembly.