REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to do this could result in damage to the electrical system.

   Fig. 1: Tag and disconnect the alternator connections

2. Disconnect the plug connecting the alternator to the wiring harness. Disconnect the lead wire. Tag wires for identification.
3. Remove the alternator adjusting bolt, move the alternator toward the engine and remove the drive belt.

   Fig. 2: Loosen and remove the alternator mounting bolts . . .

   Fig. 3: . . . then remove the alternator from the vehicle

4. Remove the remaining mounting nuts and bolts while carefully supporting the alternator. Remove the alternator from the engine compartment.

   NOTE: Now is a good time to inspect the drive belt for wear, replace if necessary.

   To install:

5. Position the alternator into the mounting brackets and hand-tighten the mounting bolts. Alternator belt tension is quite critical. A belt that is too tight may cause alternator bearing failure; one that is too loose will cause a gradual battery discharge as well as belt wear. For details on correct belt adjustment, see Belts in Section 1.
6. Install the alternator adjusting bolt and move the alternator away from the engine checking belt tension as you go.
7. When proper tension is achieved tighten all alternator retaining bolts.