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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Idler Pulley Bolt And Generator
    GM2196009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the generator (4) to the engine.
  2. Loosely install the generator bolts (3).
  3. Install the idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
    4. Fig 2: View Of Generator Bolts
    GM1394079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Tighten the generator bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Generator, Electrical Harness Connector & Nut
    GM2196013Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the drive belt onto the drive belt tensioner. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Without EPS) , or DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (WITH EPS) .
  6. Connect the engine harness electrical connector (1) to the generator.
  7. Install the positive battery cable terminal (3) to the generator.
  8. Install the positive battery cable nut (2) at the generator and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
  9. Position the positive battery cable boot at the generator terminal.
  10. Install the front compartment splash shield. Refer to Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement .
  11. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
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