TM 9-6115-664-13&P
5-16. ALTERNATOR MAINTENANCE
B.
REMOVAL.
NOTE
Note location of silicon adhesive and silicon sponge to aid in reassembly.
1.
Remove engine (Para. 5-8).
2.
Remove flywheel shroud (1, Figure 5-10) from flywheel housing (2) by removing two screws (3), lockwashers (4),
and washers (5).
3.
Remove screw (7), washer (8), and lockwasher (9) that secure voltage regulator (6) to alternator.
4.
Remove alternator fan shroud (10) from mounting blocks (13) by removing six screws (11), washers (12), and nuts
(13).
5.
Remove screw (14), washers (15, 16), and locknut (17) from lower mounting block (13). Remove mounting blocks
from alternator fan by removing screws (18), washers (19), and nuts (20).
6.
Remove metal flex coupling (21) from alternator shaft (22) by removing nut (23) and washer (24). Loosen coupling
setscrew. Remove coupling from alternator shaft using a puller.
7.
Remove flywheel housing (2) from alternator by removing four screws (25), washers (26), and lockwashers (27).
8.
Remove four sleeves (28), screws (29), and washers (30) from flex coupling (21) only if damaged.
C.
INSPECTION.
1.
Inspect alternator for signs of damage. Inspect for corrosion and evidence of electrical short. Inspect metal
components for cracks and dents.
2.
Inspect electrical wiring for cuts, tears, kinks, or damage. Inspect electrical connectors and receptacle for bent,
broken, or missing contactors.
3.
Inspect metal flex coupling for signs of wear or stress.
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