OEM 2006 Cadillac CTS Alternator

2006 Cadillac CTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the alternator on 2006 Cadillac CTS?

  A: First disconnect the battery's negative cable and remove the Drive Belt which powers the generator. Next install the engine support fixture while proceeding to raise the vehicle. Begin replacement by disconnecting the electrical connector from the generator while repositioning the protective boot from the generator output bat terminal to gain access. Follow these steps to remove the generator output bat terminal nut and the battery positive lead from the generator and disconnect the electronic brake control module (EBCM) electrical connector. Lower the vehicle after you detach the engine mount lower nuts and generator lower bolts. Start by lifting the engine with a support fixture while you remove the upper generator bolt before taking the generator out. The shield's bolts must come off before the shield itself can be removed. To perform installation begin by installing the generator shield and bolts afterward attach the generator to the engine followed by lowering the engine with a support fixture. After raising the vehicle a second time install engine mount lower nuts while tightening them to 80 n.m (59 lb ft). Tighten the generator lower bolts to 50 n.m (37 lb ft). After connecting the battery positive lead to the generator bat terminal users must tighten the terminal nut to 13 n.m (115 lb in) before installing the bat terminal boot and connecting the electrical connector to the generator. Lower the vehicle after which install the generator upper bolt but tighten it to 50 n.m (37 lb ft). The procedure concludes with Battery Cable reattachment following Drive Belt generator installation and engine support fixture removal.