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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006EXPRESS 3500 V8-6.0L VIN UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERATOR REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Express 3500 V8-6.0L VIN U
Generator Replacement
2006 Chevrolet Express 3500 V8-6.0L VIN USECTION Generator Replacement
GENERATOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
2. Remove the upper radiator fan shroud.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Disconnect the generator electrical connector (1).
5. Remove the drive belt.
6. Remove the positive battery cable from the generator, perform the following:
1. Slide the boot (3) down to access the terminal stud.
2. Remove the positive cable nut (2).
3. Remove the positive cable.
7. Remove the generator bolts (1).
8. Remove the generator (2).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the generator (2).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the generator bolts (1).
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
3. Install the positive battery cable to the generator, perform the following:
1. Install the positive cable.
2. Install the positive cable nut (2).
Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Slide the boot (3) up to cover the terminal stud.
4. Install the drive belt.
5. Connect the generator electrical connector.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Install the radiator fan shroud.
8. Install the air cleaner assembly.
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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.