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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1009 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGENERATOR REPLACEMENT (4.3L)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Installation Procedure
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure
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- Install the generator into the generator bracket.
- Position the heater outlet, and AC compressor/condenser hoses as necessary.
- Install the generator bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the engine wiring harness lead (4) to the generator stud.
- Install the engine wiring harness nut (3) to the generator.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Position the engine wiring harness boot (6) over the generator stud.
- Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (5) to the generator.
- Install the heater outlet hose clamp bolt (1) at the generator bracket.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the A/C compressor and condenser hose bracket bolt (2).
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Instal the engine wiring harness clip (1) to the A/C compressor/condenser hose bracket.
- Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner outlet resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
- Connect 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 .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.