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Repair Procedures: Disassembly

  1. Remove the rear cover (A).
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  2. Remove the mounting bolts (A) and the regulator assembly.
    NOTE:
    • When installing, replace with new OAP cap.
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  3. Remove the OAP cap.
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    NOTE:
    • When installing, replace with new OAP cap.
  4. Remove the OAP pulley (A) using the special tool (09373-27000).
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  5. Remove the rectifier assembly (A) after disconnecting the stator leads.
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  6. Remove the 4 through bolts (A).
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  7. Disconnect the rotor (A) and bracket (B).
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  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.