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.

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
5. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.



6. Disconnect the generator electrical connector (3).



7. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:

7.1.	Slide the boot down revealing the terminal stud.

7.2.	Remove the generator cable nut from the terminal stud.

7.3.	Remove the generator cable.




8. Remove the generator bolts.
9. Remove the generator.

1. Install the generator.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the generator bolts.

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




3. Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:

3.1.	Install the generator cable.

3.2.	Install the generator cable nut to the terminal stud.

Tighten
Tighten the generator cable nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3.3.	Slide the boot over the terminal stud.




4. Connect the generator electrical connector (3).
5. If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
6. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
7. Raise the vehicle.
8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
9. Lower the vehicle.