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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Caprice 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Generator Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Disconnect the positive cable from the generator BAT terminal.

    3. Object Number: 103680 Size: MH
  3. Remove the nut (1) and the bolt (16).
  4. Loosen the nut (5) and move the brace (2) out of the way.
  5. Remove the bolt (11), nut (7) and the brace (6).
  6. Remove the nuts (10 and 8), the bolt (19) and also the brace (9).
  7. Remove the generator (13).
  8. Remove the engine harness electrical connector from the generator.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 103680 Size: MH
  1. Install the engine electrical harness connector to the generator.
  2. Install the generator (13) into position.
  3. Install the brace (9), the bolt (19) and the nuts (10 and 8).

    4. Tighten

        • Tighten the nut (10) or bolt (19) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
        • Tighten the nut (8) to 41 N·m(30  lb  ft).

    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.

  4. Install the brace (6), nut (7) and bolt (11).

    5. Tighten

        • Tighten the nut (7) to 41 N·m(30  lb  ft).
        • Tighten the bolt (11) to 50 N·m(37  lb  ft).
  5. Move the brace (2) into position.
  6. Install the nut (1) and the bolt (16).

    7. Tighten

        • Tighten the nut (1) or the bolt (16) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
        • Tighten the nut (5) to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).
  7. Install the battery positive cable to the generator BAT terminal.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the generator battery terminal nut to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  8. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).