ACDelco 26 SI Automobile Parts User Manual


 
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26-SI ALTERNATOR
5. Alternator belt to pulley.
6. If engine uses automatic belt tensioner (idler), skip to
Step 7.
NOTICE: Do not pry directly against rectifier end
housing to adjust belt tension. Force must be applied to
DE frame as described. Prying only against rectifier
end housing may damage alternator.
If belt tension is adjusted by forcing alternator against
belt, use suitable pry bar positioned against DE frame
of alternator. (See Fig. 51) If DE frame is not accessible,
place wood block along side of alternator against both
DE frame and rectifier end housing and pry against
wood block.
ADJUST
Using gage, adjust belt tension to engine manufacturer’s
specification and hold.
TIGHTEN
7. Adjusting lug bolt to 88 N.m (65 lb. ft.).
8. Hex mounting bolt nut to 88 N.m (65 lb. ft.).
MEASURE
9. Use gage to recheck belt tension to be sure specification
was maintained. If not, repeat tensioning procedure.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
10. “I” or “R” terminal connector, if used. For threaded
terminals with a hex base, hold hex portion of terminal
as anti-turn while tightening nut. (See Fig. 52) For
post-type terminals, use 1969007 Relay Cable or
equivalent. If terminal is not used in application, place
insulating cap on terminal.
TIGHTEN
10-24 “I” or “R” terminal nut (if used) to 2.0 N.m (20
lb. in.).
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Figure 53. Installing Ground Lead
TERMINAL CAP
(PIN "R" TERMINAL ONLY)
Figure 52. Threaded "I" or Pin "R" Terminal
NUT
LOCK WASHER
TERMINAL LEAD
HOLDING WRENCH
"R" OR "I" TERMINAL
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ALTERNATOR
LOCK WASHER
ASSEMBLY
GROUND SCREW
GROUND
GROUND HOLE
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