Section 29 (Charging System (Service Information)): Generator: Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Jeep Compass. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Generator Removal/Installation

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Move A/C compressor to the side to install generator.

Fig 2: Rotate Generator
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Rotate generator and set in place.

Fig 3: Battery stud location
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Make sure battery terminal (1) is in front of A/C line (2).

Fig 4: Lower Mounting Bolt
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Install lower mounting bolt do not tighten fully at this time.

Fig 5: Upper Mounting Bolt
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Loose install upper mounting bolt.
Tighten lower and upper mounting bolts to GAS 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.) DIESEL 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs.).

Fig 6: Battery Cable Connection
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Install the B+ terminal nut and wire and tighten to GAS AND DIESEL 10 N.m (88.5 in. lbs.).

Fig 7: Field Connection
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Plug in the field circuit to the generator.

Fig 8: Idler Pulley Removal/Install
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Install idler pulley and tighten bolt.
Install the accessory drive belt.
Install splash shield.

Fig 9: Lower Air Dam
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Install lower air dam.
Lower vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.