Alternator Installation
1. Position the alternator in the mounting bracket.
a - Hex flange bolt, washer, and nut
b - Screw
2. Install the mounting hardware and tighten to the specified torque.
Description
Nm lb‑in. lb‑ft
Alternator mounting hardware 27 – 20
3.
Install the drive belt and adjust the tension. Refer to Maintenance–1C.
4. Reconnect the alternator wiring.
a - Orange battery lead
b - Harness connector
c - Ground
5. Reconnect both battery cables, being certain to connect the negative (–) cable last.
Serpentine Drive Belt
!
WARNING
Inspecting the belts with the engine running may cause serious injury or death. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition
key before adjusting tension or inspecting belts.
IMPORTANT: The brackets and washers on the idler pulleys must be in a certain order or the serpentine belt will come off. All
pulleys are referenced as though you were standing in front of the engine looking at the belt.
Charging System
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