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Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Generator Bracket Bolts
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  1. Install the generator bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the generator bracket bolts.

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

    Fig 2: View Of Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt
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  3. Install the drive belt tensioner.
  4. Install the drive belt tensioner bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the drive belt idler pulley.
  6. Install the drive belt idler pulley bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    Fig 3: View Of Drive Belt
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  7. Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (L61)  or GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LX9) .
  8. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise.
  9. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .