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Battery and Charging System

Generator - 3.8L

In this manual: Battery and Charging System
Service Information — 34Suspension — 63Driveline — 80Brake System — 74Steering System — 42Engine — 329Automatic Transmission — 84Manual Transmission, Clutch and Transfer Case — 64Exhaust System — 8Fuel System — 39Climate Control System — 76Instrumentation and Warning Systems — 25Battery and Charging System — 19Audio Systems — 14Lighting — 24Electrical Distribution — 8Electronic Feature Group — 11Body — 173Frame and Mounting — 6General Information — 1
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Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery (10655). For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Relieve the accessory drive belt (8620) tension and remove the belt from the generator pulley.

Leave the belt in place for reinstallation. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. CAUTION: This is a new style connector that has a press-to-release tab. Pulling on the tab could result in damage to the connector or harness.

Disconnect the generator (10300).

1. Disconnect the generator electrical connectors.

2. Remove the battery positive cable nut.

Generator - 3.8L

4. Remove the generator.

  • Remove the upper and lower generator bolts.
Generator - 3.8L

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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