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Changing Generator, 4-CYL Diesel: Refitting

  1. Clean and coat the generator contact surfaces and electrical connections with Vaseline, non-acidic.
  2. Put the upper generator retaining bolt in place in the generator. Put the generator in place and insert the upper generator retaining bolt.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 2, 4-5
    G03869251Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Raise the car.
  4. Fit the lower generator retaining bolt.

    Tightening torque: 47 Nm (35 lbf ft) 

  5. Fit the generator connectors.
    IMPORTANT: Make a note of the belt's direction of rotation. The belt must be refitted for the same direction of rotation as previously.
  6. Refit the multigroove V-belt.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 6
    G03869252Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Make sure that the belt is correctly positioned on all the pulleys.
  7. Fit the drive belt cover.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 7-8
    G03869253Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Fit the lower engine cover.
  9. Lower the car.
  10. Tighten the upper generator retaining bolt.

    Tightening torque: 47 Nm (35 lbf ft) 

    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 10
    G03869254Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  11. Fit the intake manifold with crankcase ventilation hose to the valve cover.
    Fig 5: Illustration For Step 11-12
    G03869255Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Fit the upper engine cover.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable and fit the battery cover.
  14. Set the clock and reprogram the radio code.
  15. Carry out a function check.