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Starting System & Charging System (H4DO): Generator: Disassembly

  1. Remove the cover from the generator.
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  2. Remove the terminal B from the generator.
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  3. Remove the rear cover from the generator.
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  4. Remove the brush assembly from the generator.
    NOTE: To prevent damage to the slip ring, set a socket wrench, etc. with an appropriate size between the brush and the slip ring.
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  5. Remove the IC regulator from the generator.
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  6. Remove the through bolt from the generator.
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  7. Insert a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool wrapped with protective tape into the gap between stator core and the front cover to disassemble.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not remove the bearing cover from the rear cover assembly.
    • If the bearing cover has been loosen or disengaged from the rear cover assembly, replace the rear cover assembly.
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  8. Remove the cap from the generator.
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  9. Hold the rotor on a vise and remove the pulley.
    CAUTION: When holding the rotor with a vise, place aluminum plates or wooden pieces on the vise jaws to prevent rotor from damage.
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  10. Remove the rotor from the front cover.
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  11. Use the following procedures to remove the ball bearings.
    1. Remove the bolt, and then detach the bearing retainer.
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    2. Firmly attach an appropriate tool (such as a correct size socket wrench) to the bearing inner race.
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    3. Use the press to push the ball bearings out from the front cover.