Generator - Replacement Procedure Service Tip

Article No.
97-26-8

12/22/97

GENERATOR - REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE - SERVICE TIP

LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1993-95 MARK VIII

ISSUE:
Replacement generators may interfere with a tab located at the base of the intake manifold and may not fit properly.

ACTION:
Remove the tab to allow proper clearance for the replacement generator. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Remove the defective generator as outlined in the appropriate Mark VIII Service Manual.





2. Locate the tab on the intake manifold casting at the base of the mounting hole boss which is located at the front of the manifold nearest the # 1 cylinder. Refer to Figure 1.

3. Hand file or grind the tab down to the profile of the mounting boss (approximately 5 mm (0.19")).

4. Loosely install the generator and verify there is no interference between the generator and the manifold.

5. Untape the christmas tree clip which is located on the wiring harness just prior to the B+ and regulator attachments.

6. Move the clip 25 mm (1") farther away from the attachments and retape the clip to the mounting point. Tie back any loose wire harness with tie-straps to prevent wire harness chafe or rub through.

7. Reinstall the generator following the procedure outlined in the Service Manual.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE

WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY

OASIS CODES: 203100, 499000