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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 654 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGENERATOR REPLACEMENT (L61)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Installation Procedure
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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- Position the generator to the engine block.
- Install the generator bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install the engine wing harness terminal (4) to the generator stud.
- Install the engine wiring harness terminal lead to generator nut (3).
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Position the engine wiring harness lead rubber boot (3).
- Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the generator.
- Install the radiator inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (L61) or Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LZ4, LZ9) .
- Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
- Connect negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.