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Charging (Service Information): Generator: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Generator & Fasteners
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  1. Carefully position the generator (3) up to the engine block.
  2. Loosely install the bottom two generator mounting retainers (2).
  3. Install the top generator mounting retainer (1).
  4. Tighten the generator mounting retainers to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  5. Install the generator B+ cable on the generator stud.
  6. Install the B+ cable retainer, and tighten to 4 N.m (36 In. lbs.).
  7. Connect the field generator harness Connector.
    Fig 2: Right Side Axle Shaft
    GC0152661Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Install the right side axle shaft (1).
    Fig 3: Belly Pan
    GC0153133Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  9. Install the belly pan (1) covering the bottom side of the engine compartment.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Drive Belt Tensioners & Assembly With Drive Belt Routing
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  11. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, INSTALLATION .
  12. Connect the negative battery cable.
  13. Start the engine and verify the generator is operating properly.