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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2013CTS COUPE RWD V8-6.2L SCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERATOR BRACKET REPLACEMENT
2013 Cadillac CTS Coupe RWD V8-6.2L SC
Generator Bracket Replacement
2013 Cadillac CTS Coupe RWD V8-6.2L SCSECTION Generator Bracket Replacement
Generator Bracket Replacement (LSA)
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon).
2. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (LSA) Generator ReplacementGenerator Replacement (LFX) Generator Replacement.
3. Remove the accessory drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement.
4. Remove the generator bracket bolts (1, and 2).
5. Remove the generator bracket from the engine.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the generator bracket to the engine.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the generator bracket bolts (1, and 2) and tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
3. Install the accessory drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement.
4. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (LSA) Generator ReplacementGenerator Replacement (LFX) Generator Replacement.
5. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.