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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER LIMITED, 2.4 B, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISELECTRICALCHARGING SYSTEMSCHARGING SYSTEM & STARTING SYSTEMGENERATORINSTALLATION2.0/2.4L
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited, 2.4 B, Standard

Charging System & Starting System: Generator: Installation: 2.0/2.4L

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited, 2.4 B, StandardSECTION 2.0/2.4L
  1. Install generator and loose assemble the bolt and nut.
  2. Install and tension the generator belt, refer to the COOLING SYSTEM MECHANICAL for more information.
  3. Tighten the lower pivot bolt to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.)
  4. Install axle shaft, see AXLE SHAFTS .
  5. Install lower control arm to steering knuckle, see SUSPENSION FRONT article.
  6. Install the lower ball joint nut and tighten, see SUSPENSION FRONT article.
  7. Install the axle retaining nut and tighten, refer to AXLE SHAFTS .
  8. Install the pencil strut, see BODY article.
  9. Install the B+ terminal nut and wire and tighten to 11.3 N.m (100 ins. lbs.).
  10. Plug in the field circuit to the generator
  11. Install the accessory drive splash shield.
  12. Install the right front wheel.
  13. Lower vehicle.
  14. Tighten the T-bolt locknut and tighten to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.)
  15. Connect the negative battery cable.
  16. Install the air cleaner lid and connect the inlet air temperature sensor and makeup hose.
  17. Check the transmission fluid.
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