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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Generator Bolts
    GM1394079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the generator to the engine.
  2. Loosely install the generator bolts.
  3. Install the idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Tighten the generator bolts in the sequence shown to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  6. Fig 2: Locating Generator Electrical Connector
    GM1394065Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  8. Connect the engine harness electrical connector to the generator.
  9. Fig 3: Identifying Battery Positive Cable Nut And Cable At The Generator
    GM1394044Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the positive battery cable terminal to the generator.
  11. Install the positive battery cable nut at the generator and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
  12. Position the positive battery cable boot at the generator terminal.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LE5, LE9, LZ4, LZE, or LY7) .