ARMY TM 9-6115-673-13&P
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-512-1
(6)
Install alternator with flexible sleeve coupling. Ensure that external teeth on flexible sleeve coupling
engage the internal teeth of flexible flange couplings. Then secure alternator to engine adapter with
capscrews, washers, and new self-locking nuts. Ensure ground strap is positioned under right side
capscrew and washer. Torque self-locking nuts to 31 lbs-ft (42 Nm). Connect electrical leads and
remove tags.
(7)
Apply locking compound (Item 6, Appendix E) to threads of setscrews for flexible flange coupling on
crankshaft, pull coupling toward alternator until a gap of 0.625 + 0.031 - 0 in. (15.875 + 0.787 - 0 mm)
(8)
Install guard with washers, lockwashers, and capscrews.
(9)
Install control panel, refer to paragraph 4.20.d.
DC ALTERNATOR BEARINGS. (MEP-501A)
a. Inspection.
(1)
Disassemble alternator assembly. Refer to paragraph 5.28.b.
(2)
Inspect bearings for wear.
(3)
Assemble alternator assembly. Refer to paragraph 5.28.e.
b. Removal.
(1)
Disassemble alternator assembly. Refer to paragraph 5.28.b.
(2)
If necessary, using wheel puller, remove rotor bushing (Figure 5-47).
(3)
Remove screws and washers securing front bearing. Using suitable press, press front bearing out of
front housing.
(4)
Using suitable press, press rear bearing and dust cap out of rear housing using a dowel with a
diameter slightly less than outer race of rear housing bearing.
(5)
Clean bearing cavities in front and rear housings with isopropyl alcohol (Item 12, Appendix E).
(6)
Apply light coating of general purpose grease (Item 11, Appendix E) to each bearing cavity.
c. Installation.
(1)
Press new front bearing into front housing (Figure 5-47).
(2)
Install rotor bushing. Apply locking compound (Item 6, Appendix E) to threads of screws. Then install
screws with washers. Torque screws 60 to 65 lbs-in. (6.8 to 7.3 Nm).
