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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 (3) in the sequence shown to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
  6. Fig 2: Identifying Generator Nut & Battery Positive Cable Terminal
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  7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  8. Connect the engine harness electrical connecto (1) to the generator.
  9. Install the positive battery cable terminal (4) to the generator.
  10. Install the positive battery cable nut (3) 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 .