ARMY TM 9-6115-673-13&P
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-512-1
4.12.5. Alternator Flexible Coupling Inspection. (MEP-501A)
a.
Removal.
(3) Remove capscrews (Figure 4-6), lockwashers, washers, and guard from engine
adapter.
(4) Support rear of alternator. Then remove self-locking nuts, washers, capscrews,
and ground strap, securing alternator to engine adapter. Carefully remove
alternator and sleeve coupling.
b.
Inspection.
(1) Inspect sleeve coupling for damage and wear.
Replace sleeve coupling if
damaged or worn.
and wear. If damaged or worn, refer to next higher level of maintenance.
c.
Installation.
(1) Position and support alternator (Figure 4-6) with sleeve coupling to engine adapter.
Ensure that external teeth on sleeve coupling engage the internal teeth of
alternator and engine crankshaft flexible flange couplings.
(2) Secure alternator to engine adapter with capscrews, washers, and new self-locking
nuts ensuring that ground strap is secured under capscrew head on right side.
Torque self-locking nuts to 18 lbs-ft (24.4 Nm).
(3) Install guard with capscrews, lockwashers, and washers.