Removal of alternator

Fig 1: Identifying Generator, Compressor And Bracket

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Remove:

Slacken off the lower screws for the compressor (so that there is some clearance).

Rest the generator against the radiator and the A/C compressor.

Fig 2: Locating Charge Air Pipe

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Slacken off the hose clamp for the charge air pipe on the throttle body (TB).

Remove the charge air pipe from the throttle body.

Fig 3: Engine Cooling Fan Shroud

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Remove:

Push the shroud slightly to one side. Pull up the relay holder and separate the connectors for the fan.

Remove:

the charge air hose from the charge air cooler (CAC)
hoses and wiring from their holders
the 2 x engine cooling fan (FC) relays from the fan shroud by bending the relays inwards slightly towards the engine compartment and pulling upwards.

Open the tie strap for the wiring.

Remove:

the connectors with holders on both sides of the fan shroud
the evaporative emission system (EVAP) valve from the engine cooling fan (FC) shroud
engine cooling fan (FC) and shroud.

Fig 4: Locating Throttle Body Screws

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Remove the 4 x screws for the throttle body.