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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the generator bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the generator bracket bolts and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts/nut to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

    3. Fig 1: View Of Generator Bracket & Bolts (4.3L)
    GM196643Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Right or Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - without Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 4.3L.
  4. Install the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.3L.
  5. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (4.3L Engine)  or Generator Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)  or Generator Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine)  or Generator Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine)  or Generator Replacement (8.1L Engine) .
  6. Install the heater hose bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    7. Fig 2: View Of Heater Hose Bracket Bolt (4.3L Engine)
    GM316440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the wiring harness bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    8. Fig 3: View Of Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt (4.3L Engine)
    GM334162Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the cooling fan. Refer to Fan Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.3L.
  10. Align the hinge clip with the lip on the throttle body.

    In order to install the air cleaner outlet duct, pivot the air cleaner outlet duct downward until the mounting stud is through the hole.

    11. Fig 4: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
    GM489176Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the air cleaner adapter nut.
    12. Fig 5: View Of Air Cleaner Adapter Nut
    GM489179Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the PCV hose.
    13. Fig 6: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Hose (4.3L Engine)
    GM701705Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the MAF/IAT sensor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

    14. Fig 7: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp
    GM360851Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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