Alternator Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install the alternator, and tighten the mounting bolt (A) and bracket mounting bolt (B).

Fig 1: Bracket Mounting Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Connect the alternator connector (A) and BLK wire (B) to the alternator.

Fig 2: Alternator Connector And BLK Wire With Torque Specifications
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Install the harness bracket (C), then connect the A/C compressor clutch connector (D).
Install the power steering fluid reservoir (A) to the bracket, then install the coolant reservoir (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Power Steering Fluid Reservoir And Coolant Reservoir
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Install the A/C suction line to the brackets (A).

Fig 4: A/C Suction Line To Brackets With Torque Specification
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Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ).
Install the engine cover (see step 1 in IGNITION COIL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION .
Do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).
Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped).
Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).