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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009COMMANDER 2WD V8-4.7L FLEX FUELREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERATOR - INSTALLATION
2009 Jeep Commander 2WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel
Generator - Installation
2009 Jeep Commander 2WD V8-4.7L Flex FuelSECTION Generator - Installation
GASOLINE ENGINES
3.7L/4.7L
1. Position generator (3) to engine and install 2 horizontal bolts (1) and 1 vertical bolt (2).
2. Tighten all 3 bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (55 Nm).
3. Snap field wire connector (4) into rear of generator.
4. Install B+ terminal eyelet to generator output stud. Tighten mounting nut (2) to 108 in. lbs. (12 Nm).
CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt can be damaged.
CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt must be routed correctly. The water pump may be rotating in the wrong direction if the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine to overheat. Refer to belt routing label in engine compartment, or Refer to the Belt Schematics in Cooling System.
5. Install generator drive belt.
6. Install negative battery cable to battery.
5.7L
1. Position generator (2) to engine and install 2 mounting bolts (1).
2. Torque bolts to 30 ft. lbs. (41 Nm).
3. Snap field wire connector (3) into rear of generator.
4. Install B+ terminal eyelet to generator output stud. Tighten mounting nut to 108 in. lbs. (12 Nm).
CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt can be damaged.
CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt must be routed correctly. The water pump may be rotating in the wrong direction if the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine to overheat. Refer to belt routing label in engine compartment, or Refer to the Belt Schematics in Cooling System.
5. Install generator drive belt.
6. Install negative battery cable to battery.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.