Colorado 4WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2005)
Alternator: Service and Repair
Generator Replacement
GENERATOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the drive belt.
3. Raise and support the vehicle only high enough to access the A/C compressor through the wheelhouse. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the left front wheel.
5. Remove the left wheelhouse liner.
6. Disengage the A/C compressor electrical connector from the bracket.
7. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts (2, 3) ONLY.The upper mounting bolt (2) will remain with the A/C compressor (1).
IMPORTANT: Evacuation of the A/C refrigerant will not be necessary.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Reposition the protective boot (4) from the generator output BAT terminal (2) for access.
10. Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut (6) and disconnect the generator lead (5) from the generator.
11. Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1) from the generator.
