Lincoln Nautilus: Generator and Regulator / Generator - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) – MI4. Removal and Installation

Materials

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
   Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
   

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery.
   Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
   

1. NOTICE: Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or sideways to remove. Failure to pull straight upward on the underside of the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or engine components.

   NOTE: Lubricating the grommets with silicone grease aids in the installation of the engine appearance cover, and any future removal and installation of the cover.

   • If equipped.
     
   1. Remove the nut and the engine appearance cover.
      
   2. Lubricate each grommet with silicone grease.
      Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound / XG-3-A (ESA-M1C200-A) (ESE-M1C171-A)

1. Remove the A/C compressor belt.
   Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Belt (303-05A Accessory Drive - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the bolt and the accessory drive belt safety shield.
   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

1. 1. Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise.
      
   2. Position the accessory drive belt aside.
      

1. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connectors. Detach the retainers and position the wire harness aside.
   

1. 1. Remove the nut and position the A/C line bracket aside.
      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
   2. Remove the A/C compressor stud.
      Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
   3. Remove the bolts and position the A/C compressor aside. Support the A/C compressor.
      Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

1. NOTICE: When installing the B+ terminal nut to the generator, finger-start the nut before tightening or component damage may occur.

   Disconnect the generator electrical connector. Position the B+ wire protective cover, remove the nut and position the B+ wire.
   Torque: 155 lb.in (17.5 Nm)

1. Remove the lower generator bolts and the A/C compressor mounting bracket.
   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

1. Remove the bolt and the generator.
   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Position the generator on the dowel pins. Do not fully tighten the generator bolts until all of the bolts are installed finger-tight.
   

1. After installation, make sure the accessory drive belt is correctly seated on pulleys.