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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1465 (CHARGING SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONGENERATOR - 2.5LINSTALLATION
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Generator - 2.5L: Installation
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the generator upper air duct and install the 3 screws.
- Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
- Working from the top of the vehicle, position the generator and install the generator upper stud hand-tight.
- Install the generator lower stud hand-tight.
- Install the generator B+ cable and install the generator B+ terminal nut.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
- Connect the generator electrical connector.
- Position the generator B+ protective cover on the B+ terminal.
- Working from under the vehicle, install the lower generator bolt hand-tight.
- Working from the top of the vehicle, tighten the 2 generator studs to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Tighten the 2 generator stud nuts to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Tighten the generator bolt to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Push the lower air duct onto the upper air duct until the locking tab is engaged.
- Position the RH lower splash shield and install the 6 pushpins.
- Position the RH wheel splash shield and install the 4 screws.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Position the harness locator on the generator stud.
- Connect the battery. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Rotate the FEAD belt tensioner clockwise and position the accessory drive belt on the pulley.
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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.