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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EXPRESS 1500 RWD V6-4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERATOR REPLACEMENT (V8)
2013 Chevrolet Express 1500 RWD V6-4.3L
Generator Replacement (V8)
2013 Chevrolet Express 1500 RWD V6-4.3LSECTION Generator Replacement (V8)
Generator Replacement (V8)
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
3. Disconnect the generator electrical connector (3).
4. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
1. Slide the boot down revealing the terminal stud.
2. Remove the generator cable nut from the terminal stud.
3. Remove the generator cable.
5. Remove the generator bolts.
6. Remove the generator from the bracket.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the generator to the bracket.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the generator bolts and tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
3. Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:
1. Install the generator cable.
2. Install the generator cable nut to the terminal stud and tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
3. Slide the boot over the terminal stud.
4. Connect the generator electrical connector (3).
5. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Service and Repair.
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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.