Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Flat washer type seals do not require lubrication.

Inspect the new seal washer for any signs of cracks, cuts, or damage.
Do not use a damaged seal washer.

Fig 1: Identifying Good & Bad Sealing Washer Positions

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IMPORTANT: The seal washer must completely bottom against the surface of the fitting.

Using a lint-free clean, dry cloth, clean the sealing surfaces at the generator and generator cooling hose assembly.
Carefully install the new seal washers onto the generator cooling hose assembly.
Install the generator cooling hose assembly to the vehicle.

Fig 2: Generator Cooling Hose Assembly

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Connect the generator cooling hose to the water pump. Refer to Generator Cooling Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting .
Connect the generator cooling hose assembly to the generator.

Fig 3: View Of Generator Cooling Hose Assembly To Generator Bolt

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the generator cooling hose assembly to generator bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
Install the accessory drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Accessory .
Raise and support the vehicle.

Fig 4: View Of Generator Cooling Hose

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Connect the generator cooling hose (1) to the radiator.
Engage the generator cooling hose clamp at the radiator.
Lower the vehicle.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716) .