Acura RL. Manual - part 393

3. Install the tensioner pulley in the reverse order of removal.  

ALTERNATOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 

REMOVAL 

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system. Make sure the 

ignition switch is OFF.  

2. Remove the right upper fender trim (A), battery trim (B), left upper fender trim (C), then remove the 

upper grille cover (D). 

Fig. 20: Identifying Right/Left Upper Fender Trim, Battery Trim And Upper Grille Cover 
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3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.  

4. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.  

5. Remove the splash shield. 

Fig. 21: Identifying Splash Shield 
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6. Remove the harness clamps (A) and connector (B) from the A/C condenser fan shroud. 

Fig. 22: Identifying Harness Clamps And A/C Condenser Fan Shroud Connector 
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7. Loosen the two bolts (C) securing the A/C condenser fan shroud.  

8. Lower the vehicle on the lift.  

9. Disconnect the fan motor connector (A), and remove the reserve tank (B). 

Fig. 23: Identifying Fan Motor Connector And Reserve Tank 
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10. Remove the two bolts (C), then remove the A/C condenser fan shroud.  

11. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).  

12. Disconnect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) from the alternator. 

 

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Fig. 24: Identifying Alternator Connector And BLK Wire 
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13. Remove the bolt (C) securing the harness holder.  

14. Remove the mounting bolt (A) and alternator bracket mounting bolt (B), then remove the alternator. 

Fig. 25: Identifying Alternator Bracket Mounting Bolt 
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INSTALLATION 

1. Install the alternator. 

 

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Fig. 26: Identifying Alternator With Torque Specifications 
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2. Connect the alternator connector (A) and the BLK wire (B) to the alternator. 

Fig. 27: Identifying Alternator Connector And BLK Wire With Torque Specifications 
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3. Install the bolt (C) securing the harness holder.  

4. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).  

5. Install the A/C condenser fan shroud (A), and tighten the bolts. 

 

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