Removal Procedure
The Delphi AD237 (KG7) 125 ampere generator is serviced as a complete
unit only.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
- Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement
.
- Remove the drive belt. Refer to
Drive Belt Replacement
in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.
- Remove the engine cooling fan assembly. Refer to
Engine Cooling Fan Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the thermostat housing and the radiator hose. Refer to
Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement
in Engine
Cooling.
- Remove the outboard generator
bolt.
- Loosen the inboard generator bolt.
- Remove the idler pulley bolt and the idler pulley.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the generator.
- Reposition the protective boot from the generator output BAT terminal
for access.
- Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut and disconnect the
battery positive lead from the generator.
- Remove the generator.
Installation Procedure
- Position the generator to the engine.
- Connect the electrical connector 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.
- Connect the battery
positive lead and install the generator output BAT terminal nut.
Tighten
Tighten the generator output BAT terminal nut to 20 N·m
(15 lb ft).
- Press the protective boot on to the generator output BAT terminal.
- Install the outboard generator
bolt into the generator housing.
- Install the generator on the inboard generator bolt and finger
tighten the outboard bolt.
- Install the idler pulley and idler pulley bolt.
- Tighten the bolts in the order described. The following is a mandatory
torque sequence:
8.1. | The idler pulley bolt. |
Tighten
Tighten the idler pulley bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
8.2. | The generator bolts. |
Tighten
Tighten the generator bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
- Install the thermostat housing and the radiator hose. Refer to
Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement
in Engine
Cooling.
- Install the engine cooling fan assembly. Refer to
Engine Cooling Fan Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Install the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement
.
- Install the drive belt. Refer to
Drive Belt Replacement
in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.