Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- If the generator control module was replaced. install the transaxle auxiliary pump control module. Refer to Auxiliary Fluid Pump Control Module Replacement .
- Position the generator control module to the bracket, and install the generator control module bracket to module bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the generator control module (with bracket) to the vehicle.
- Install the generator control module bracket bolt and nuts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt/nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the generator control module ground strap to the stud and install the ground strap nut to the module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the transaxle auxiliary pump.
- Install the generator control module coolant hose to the generator control module.
- Position the generator control module coolant hose clamp (1) at the generator control module.
- Install the radiator outlet hose to the generator control module.
- Position the radiator outlet hose clamp at the generator control module.
- Place a NEW terminal block seal onto the generator control module.
- Install the generator control module 3-phase cable terminal block to the generator control module.
- Install the generator control module 3-phase cable terminal block nuts to the generator control module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nuts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Place a NEW terminal block seal onto the generator control module.
- Unsecure, position and install the 36-volt terminal block to the generator control module.
- Install the 36-volt terminal block nuts (1) to the generator control module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the 36-volt positive battery cable nut (2) to the generator control module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the 12-volt positive battery cable nut (5) from the generator control module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the generator control module 3-phase cable nuts at the generator control module.
Tighten:Β Tighten the nuts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the generator control module cover and bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors to the generator control module.
- Install the generator control module 3-phase cable bracket bolt at the tie bar.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the (12-volt) battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (2.2L (L61)) or Battery Tray Replacement (2.4L (LAT)) or Battery Tray Replacement (3.5L (L66)) .
- Connect the hybrid battery. Refer to Hybrid Battery Service Disconnect/Connect .
- If the generator control module was replaced, program the NEW module. Refer to Control Module References .
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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.
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