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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Idler Pulley Bolt & Idler Pulley
    GM2196009Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the generator (4) to the engine.
  2. Loosely install the generator bolts (3).
  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: Identifying Generator Electical Harness Connector & Nut
    GM2196013Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  8. Connect the engine harness electrical connector to the generator (1).
  9. Install the positive battery cable terminal to the generator.
  10. Install the positive battery cable nut at the generator and tighten to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
  11. Position the positive battery cable boot at the generator terminal.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .