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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Generator
    GM1784880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the generator to the coolant crossover.
  2. Loosely install the generator side bolt and stud.
  3. Fig 2: View Of Generator Rear Brace Upper Nut
    GM1775001Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Loosely install the generator through bolt (3).

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

  5. Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Pump
    GM1777755Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position the power steering lines and install the power steering line clip (2) to the generator stud.
  7. Install the power steering line clip nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

  8. Fig 4: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1777669Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the engine wiring harness terminal (2) to the generator stud.
  10. Install the engine wiring harness terminal lead to generator nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  11. Position the engine wiring harness terminal boot (4).
  12. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (3).
  13. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  14. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .