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Alternator: Service and Repair

GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first then the positive terminal.




2. Loosen the drive belt tension adjusting bolt, then remove the drive belt(A).




3. Disconnect the connector(A) and "B" terminal cable(B).




4. Pull out the through bolts(A) and nuts(B) then remove the generator(C).




5. Installation is reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Adjust the generator belt.
- Place the alternator and insert a support bolt (Do not insert a nut this time).
- After pushing the alternator forward, count that how many spacers (a spacer thickness: 0.198 mm) should be inserted between the alternator front leg and front case as shown in "A".
- After inserting spacers, insert and tighten a nut securely.