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Generator Installation Eldorado


    Object Number: 522535  Size: SH
  1. Install the torque strut mounting bracket.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the torque strut mounting bracket bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the torque strut bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 522524  Size: SH
  5. Install the generator rear mounting bracket.
  6. Install the generator rear mounting bracket bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the generator rear mounting bracket bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 522527  Size: SH
  8. Place the generator in position.
  9. Install the generator bolts finger tight.
  10. Tighten the generator bolts in the following sequence:
  11. Tighten

    1. Tighten the generator front lower bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the generator front upper bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    3. Tighten the generator bracket bolts to the engine block to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

Generator Installation Seville/DeVille


    Object Number: 784909  Size: SH
  1. Place the generator in position.
  2. Install the generator side bolt finger tight.

  3. Object Number: 522475  Size: SH
  4. Install the generator front bolts finger tight.
  5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  6. Tighten the generator bolts in the following sequence:
  7. Tighten

    1. Tighten the generator front upper bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the generator side bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
    3. Tighten the generator front lower bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).