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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 475 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LLV/LLR)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Generator Mounting Bolts
    GM1313647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the generator to the engine.
  2. Install the engine lift bracket. Refer to Engine Lift Bracket Replacement for the 2.9L engine or Engine Lift Bracket Replacement for the 3.7L engine.
    3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the generator mounting bolts and tighten in sequence to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Generator Wiring Components
    GM1313641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the generator lead (5) to the generator and install the generator output BAT terminal nut (6).

    Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  5. Press the protective boot (4) on to the generator output BAT terminal (2).
  6. Connect the wiring harness connector (1) to the generator.
  7. Raise and support the vehicle only high enough to access the A/C compressor through the wheelhouse. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
    8. Fig 3: View Of A/C Compressor
    GM1402502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Position the A/C compressor (1) to the engine.
  9. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts (2, 3) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  10. Attach the A/C compressor electrical connector to the bracket.
  11. Install the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement .
  12. Install the left front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 2.9L engine or Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.7L engine.
  15. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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