Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Alternator: Service and Repair
On-Vehicle Service
General
The generator does not require periodic lubrication. The rotor shaft is mounted on bearings. Each bearing contains a permanent grease supply. At
periodic intervals, check the mounting bolts for tightness and the drive belt for tension. The drive belt is self-adjusting within tensioner operating limits.
Service the generator as a complete unit.
Generator Replacement
Generator Mounting
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Negative battery cable at battery.
2. Serpentine belt.
CAUTION: To avoid personal Injury when rotating the serpentine belt tensioned on 2.4L use a tight fulfilling 13 mm wrench that Is at
least 61 cm (24") long. This operation can be done using tool J 37059 or equivalent.
3. Generator mounting stud and bolts.
4. Generator electrical connections.
5. Generator assembly.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Generator assembly.
2. Generator electrical connections.
3. Generator mounting stud and bolts.
4. Serpentine belt.
5. Negative battery cable.
