OEM Cadillac XLR Alternator

Cadillac XLR Alternator Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Alternator
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  Q: How to replace the alternator on Cadillac XLR?

  A: Start by cutting off the negative Battery Cable and taking off the Drive Belt to replace the Alternator. Remove the front suspension crossmember followed by draining the cooling system. Begin by separating the bolt of the generator coolant hose assembly from the generator port then disconnect the coolant hose assembly from its generator port attachment. Detach the generator electrical connector before pulling the starter cable terminal off the stud by sliding the boot back and removing the starter cable nut. Start by removing the upper generator bolt and idler pulley through a process that involves removing the thru-bolt and nut followed by the idler pulley assembly and concluding with the generator. Position the generator first and use the upper generator bolt to secure it before tightening all generator bolts to 50 n.m (37 lb ft). Secure the idler pulley assembly through the bolting process while tightening the idler pulley bolt to 50 n.m (37 lb ft), followed by the idler pulley nut to the same torque. Attach the starter cable terminal to the generator while securing it with 20 n.m (15 lb ft) of torque on the starter cable nut. Slide the boot over the generator stud. Secure the generator coolant hose assembly to the generator through a bolt that requires 27 n.m (20 lb ft) tightening force. Next, connect the generator electrical connector. Finally install the front suspension crossmember followed by filling the cooling system and reattaching the negative Battery Cable. The next step will be to install the Drive Belt.