Repair Procedures: Disassembly

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Remove the rear cover (A) after removing nuts (B).

Fig 1: Remove Alternator Rear Cover
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Remove the mounting bolts (A) and the regulator assembly (B).

Fig 2: Removing Regulator Assembly Mounting Bolts
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Remove the slip ring guide (A) after pulling it.

Fig 3: Remove Slip Ring Guide
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Remove the OAD (Overrunning Alternator Decoupler) cap.
NOTE:
- When installing, replace with new OAD cap.
Remove the pulley (A) after loosening the mounting nut.

Fig 4: Locate Alternator Pulley
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Un solder the 3 stator leads (A).

Fig 5: Locate 3 Stator Leads
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Remove the 4 through bolts (A).

Fig 6: Locate Stator 4 Through Bolts
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Disconnect the rotor (A) and housing (B).

Fig 7: Disconnect Rotor And Housing

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