Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Section 46 (Starting System / Charging System (H4DO)): Generator: Assembly
Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
- Refer to component for tightening torque of each part. < Ref. to GENERATOR , COMPONENT, General Description. >
- After assembling, manually turn the pulley to check that the rotor rotates smoothly.
- Assembling the rear cover and rectifier
Remove old silicone grease on the mating surface of rear cover and rectifier and apply new silicone grease.
CAUTION: Do not apply silicone grease to the attachment threads of rectifier. - Push of the brush
Before assembling the front and rear parts, press the brush down into the brush holder, then fix the brush in that position by inserting a [1 mm (0.0394 in) dia., 40 - 50 mm (1.5748 - 1.9685 in) long] wire through the hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION: After assembling, remove the wire.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.