Generator Brace Replacement Rear Brace 3800 L36 (VIN K)

1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
2. Remove the generator brace bracket bolts from the generator rear brace and the generator brace bracket.
3. Remove the generator rear brace bolt from the generator rear brace and the generator. CS130D generator only.



4. Remove the generator bolt from the generator rear brace and the generator. CS144 generator only.
5. Remove the generator rear brace.

1. Install the generator rear brace.

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.

2. Install the generator brace bolt through the generator rear brace to the generator. CS130D generator only.
3. Install the generator bolt through the generator and into the generator rear brace. CS144 generator only.
4. Install the generator brace bracket bolts through the generator rear brace and into the generator brace bracket.
5. Tighten the generator brace bolt. CS130D generator only.

Tighten
Tighten the generator brace bolt to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).




6. Tighten the generator bolt. CS144 generator only.

Tighten
Tighten the generator bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

7. Tighten the generator brace bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the generator brace bracket bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

8. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.

Generator Brace Replacement Front Brace 3800 L36 (VIN K)

1. Remove the generator front brace nuts.
2. Remove the generator front brace from the engine.

1. Install the generator front brace to the engine.

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.

2. Install the generator front brace nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the generator front brace nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

Generator Brace Replacement Rear Brace 3100 L82 (VIN M)

1. Remove the generator rear brace stud from the generator.
2. Remove the generator rear brace nut from the engine stud on the engine intake manifold.
3. Remove the generator rear brace.

1. Install the generator rear brace to the generator and to the engine stud on the intake manifold.
2. Hand tighten the generator rear brace stud to the generator.

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 generator rear brace nut to the engine stud on the engine intake manifold.

Tighten
Tighten the generator rear brace nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Tighten the generator rear brace stud.

Tighten
Tighten the generator rear brace stud to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

Generator Brace Replacement Front Brace 3100 L82 (VIN M)

1. Remove the generator front brace nut at the engine intake manifold.
2. Remove the generator bolt.
3. Remove the generator front brace assembly.

1. Position the generator front brace assembly to the generator and the engine stud on the engine intake manifold.

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.

2. Install the generator bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the generator bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

3. Install the generator front brace nut at the engine intake manifold.

Tighten
Tighten the generator front brace nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).