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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013SILVERADO 2500 4WD V8-6.6L DSL TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERATOR REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo
Generator Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4WD V8-6.6L DSL TurboSECTION Generator Replacement
Generator Replacement (Diesel)
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery).
2. Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Diesel) Service and RepairEngine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) Service and Repair.
3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement Drive Belt Replacement.
4. Uncover the B+ terminal (2) by sliding away the protective boot (1).
5. Remove the generator B+ terminal nut (2) and the electrical connector (4).
6. Remove the generator bolts (1) and generator (2) from the generator bracket.
Installation Procedure
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
1. Install the generator (2) to the generator bracket and tighten the generator mounting bolts (1) to 50 Nm (37 lb ft)
2. Connect the generator electrical connector (4).
3. Install the battery positive B+ cable terminal (3) to the generator stud and tighten to
10 Nm (89 lb in)
4. Slide the protective boot (1) back onto the terminal stud.
5. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement Drive Belt Replacement.
6. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Diesel) Service and RepairEngine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) Service and Repair.
7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery)
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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.