4-2. 60 AMPERE ALTERNATOR MAINTENANCE
This task covers:
a. Removal
c.
Adjustment
b. Installation
a. Removal
NOTE
Prior to removal, tag leads for installation.
INITIAL SETUP:
Tools
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General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Special Tools
Hex-head driver, 3/16 in.
(Appendix B, Item 163)
Materials/Parts
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Ten lockwashers (Appendix G, Item 116)
Sealing compound (Appendix C, Item 44)
Adhesive sealant (Appendix C, Item 3)
Personnel Required
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One mechanic
One assistant
Manual References
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TM 9-2320-280-10
TM 9-2320-280-24P
Equipment Condition
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• Battery ground cable disconnected (para. 4-73).
• Hood raised and secured (TM 9-2320-280-10).
General Safety Instructions
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Alternator must be supported during removal
and installation.
TM 9-2320-280-20-2
4-2
Change 2
1.
Loosen capscrew (1) on alternator adjusting bracket (2) and two capscrews (17) on alternator
mounting bracket (20) and support bracket (18).
NOTE
Perform step 2 for vehicles with revised new configurations.
2.
Loosen capscrew (1) on alternator adjusting bracket (2) and nut (21) on alternator mounting
bracket (20) and support bracket (18).
3.
Remove two drivebelts (3) from alternator pulley (4).
4.
Remove two screws (8), lockwashers (9), and wire retaining strap (10) from alternator (19). Discard
lockwashers (9).
5.
Remove two screws (5) and lockwashers (6) from terminal cover (7). Discard lockwashers (6).
6.
Pry cover (7) away from waterproofing adhesive and remove cover (7).
7.
Remove waterproofing adhesive around terminals (16).
8.
Disconnect lead 568A (15) at engine wiring harness (14).
9.
Remove capscrew (11) and lockwasher (12) securing ground 3B (13) to alternator (19) and disconnect
ground 3B (13) from alternator (19). Discard lockwasher (12).
