Installation Procedure

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Install the generator.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the generator bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 1: View Of Generator & Bolts (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

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Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:
1. Install the generator cable.
2. Install the generator cable nut to the terminal stud.
  Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Slide the boot over the terminal stud.

Fig 2: View Of Generator Cable & Nut

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Connect the generator electrical connector (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Purge Solenoid Electrical Connector, Wiring Harness Nut & Generator Electrical Connector

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If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L Engine w/RPOs Y91 and Z88) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .