Starting System & Charging System (H4DO): Generator: Removal

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Removal
  1. Remove the V-belt covers.
    Fig 1: Locating V-Belt Cover Mounting Bolts
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  2. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Ground Cable
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  3. Remove the V-belts. < Refer to REMOVAL , V-belt. >
  4. Remove the V-belt cover bracket.
    Fig 3: Locating V-Belt Cover Bracket Mounting Bolts
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  5. Disconnect the connector (A) and terminal (B) from the generator.
    Fig 4: Identifying Generator Connector And Terminal
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  6. Remove the idler pulley from the chain cover.
    Fig 5: Locating Idler Pulley
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  7. Remove the generator from the bracket.
    Fig 6: Locating Generator Bracket Mounting Bolts
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  8. Remove the generator bracket from the generator.
    Fig 7: Locating Generator To Generator Bracket Mounting Bolt
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