Charging System: Generator: Installation: 5.7L
- Position generator (2) to engine and install 2 mounting bolts (1) and (3).
- Tighten bolts to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N.m).
- Position support bracket (2) to front of generator and install bolt and nuts (3). Tighten bolt/nuts to 30 ft. lbs. (41 N.m).
- Snap field wire connector into rear of generator.
- Install B+ terminal eyelet to generator output stud. Tighten mounting nut to 108 in. lbs. (12 N.m).CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt can be damaged.CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. The water pump may be rotating in the wrong direction if the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine to overheat. Refer to belt routing label in engine compartment or refer to Belt Schematics in COOLING .
- Install generator drive belt. Refer to COOLING for procedure.
- Install negative battery cable to battery.