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Alternator Removal and Installation: Installation

  1. Install the alternator.
    Fig 1: Alternator With Torque Specifications
    G05493853Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Connect the alternator connector (A) and the BLK wire (B) to the alternator.
    Fig 2: Alternator Connector And BLK Wire With Torque Specifications
    G05493854Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the bolt (C) securing the harness holder.
  4. Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION  ).
  5. Install the A/C condenser fan shroud (A), and tighten the bolts.
    Fig 3: A/C Condenser Fan Shroud, Fan Motor Connector And Reserve Tank With Torque Specifications
    G05493855Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Connect the fan motor connector (B), and install the reserve tank (C).
  7. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
  8. Tighten the two bolts (A) securing the A/C condenser fan shroud.
    Fig 4: Harness Clamps And A/C Condenser Fan Shroud Connector With Torque Specifications
    G05493856Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the harness clamps (B) and connector (C) to the A/C condenser fan shroud.
  10. Install the splash shield.
    Fig 5: Identifying Splash Shield
    G05493857Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
  12. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
  13. Install the upper grille cover (A), then install the left upper fender trim (B), battery trim (C), and right upper fender trim (D).
    Fig 6: Identifying Upper Grille Cover, Right/Left Upper Fender Trim And Battery Trim
    G05493858Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. Do the steering column position memorization procedure (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).
  15. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system.