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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006MALIBU V6-3.9L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.9L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
GENERATOR BRACKET REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise.
3. Remove the accessory drive belt.
4. Remove the generator.
5. Remove the drive belt tensioner bolt.
6. Remove the drive belt tensioner.
7. Remove the drive belt idler pulley bolt.
8. Remove the drive belt idler pulley.
9. Remove the generator bracket bolts.
10. Remove the generator bracket.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the generator bracket.
2. Install the generator bracket bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the bolts in sequence to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
3. Install the drive belt tensioner.
4. Install the drive belt tensioner bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
5. Install the drive belt idler pulley.
6. Install the drive belt idler pulley bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
7. Install the generator.
8. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise.
9. Install the accessory drive belt.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.