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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the generator near the installed position.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Generator Wire Harness Electrical Connector
    GM887723Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Connect the battery positive lead to the generator and install the generator output battery terminal nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the generator output battery terminal nut to 12.5 N.m (111 lb in).

  4. Press the protective boot on to the generator output BAT terminal.
  5. Connect the wiring harness connector to the generator.
  6. Position the generator to the generator bracket on the engine.
  7. Install the lower generator mounting bolt, but do not tighten at this time.
  8. Fig 2: View Of Upper Generator Mounting Bolts
    GM887719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Install the upper generator mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the generator mounting bolts in the sequence shown to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  11. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  12. Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Links
    GM874639Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install a new tie strap to secure the wiring harness to the generator.
  14. Install the right and left side stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Front Suspension.
  15. Install the right side wheelhouse liner. Refer to Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
  16. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  17. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
  19. Install the generator drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Generator in Engine Mechanical - 4.6L (LH2).
  20. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .