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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2009CANYON 4D PICKUP, 2.9 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LLV/LLR)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9
Removal Procedure
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9SECTION Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement or Drive Belt Replacement .
- Raise and support the vehicle only high enough to access the A/C compressor through the wheelhouse. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the left front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement .
- Disengage the A/C compressor electrical connector from the bracket.
- Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts (2, 3) ONLY.
The upper mounting bolt (2) will remain with the A/C compressor (1).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Reposition the protective boot (4) from the generator output BAT terminal (2) for access.
- Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut (6) and disconnect the generator lead (5) from the generator.
- Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1) from the generator.
- Remove the 3 generator mounting bolts.
- Remove the engine lift bracket, in order to gain clearance to remove the generator. Refer to Engine Lift Bracket Replacement or Engine Lift Bracket Replacement .
- Position the A/C compressor forward, in order to gain clearance to remove the generator.
- Remove the generator from the engine.
NOTE:
Evacuation of the A/C refrigerant will not be necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.