Generator - 2.5L: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the generator upper air duct and install the 3 screws.
- Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
Working from the top of the vehicle, position the generator and install the generator upper stud hand-tight.
Install the generator lower stud hand-tight.
Install the generator B+ cable and install the generator B+ terminal nut.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Connect the generator electrical connector.
Position the generator B+ protective cover on the B+ terminal.
Working from under the vehicle, install the lower generator bolt hand-tight.
Working from the top of the vehicle, tighten the 2 generator studs to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Tighten the 2 generator stud nuts to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Tighten the generator bolt to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Push the lower air duct onto the upper air duct until the locking tab is engaged.
Position the RH lower splash shield and install the 6 pushpins.
Position the RH wheel splash shield and install the 4 screws.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Position the harness locator on the generator stud.
Connect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Rotate the FEAD belt tensioner clockwise and position the accessory drive belt on the pulley.