Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION
    Fig 1: View Of Engine Wiring Harness & Components
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Single Battery)Β  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery)Β  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries)Β .
  2. Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  4. Remove the engine wiring harness clip (1) from the air conditioning (A/C) compressor/condenser hose bracket.
  5. Fig 2: View Of A/C Compressor & Condenser Hose Bracket & Bolt
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  6. Remove the A/C compressor and condenser hose bracket bolt (2).
  7. Fig 3: View Of Heater Outlet Hose & Clamp Bolt
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  8. Remove the heater outlet hose clamp bolt (1) at the generator bracket.
  9. Fig 4: View Of Engine Wiring Harness & Components
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  10. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (5) from the generator.
  11. Reposition the engine wiring harness boot (6).
  12. Remove the engine wiring harness nut (3) from the generator.
  13. Remove the engine wiring harness lead (4) from the generator stud.
  14. Fig 5: View Of Generator & Bolts
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  15. Remove the generator bolts.
  16. Reposition the heater outlet, and AC compressor/condenser hoses as necessary in order to remove the generator.
  17. Remove the generator from the generator bracket.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.