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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Generator & Bolts
    GM1874246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  1. Install the generator.
  2. Install the generator bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  3. Fig 2: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Generator
    GM1874242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the generator (2).
  5. Fig 3: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Terminal, Boot & Nut
    GM1874244Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the engine wiring harness terminal (3) to the generator.
  7. Install the engine wiring harness nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  8. Position the engine wiring harness boot (2) in order to cover the terminal stud.
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Single Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .