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1982 Volkswagen Rabbit S
Alternators - BOSCH: Overhaul: Reassembly
1982 Volkswagen Rabbit SSECTION Reassembly
- Solder stator and diode connections using caution not to overheat diodes. Place stator and diode assembly in rear housing and secure with screws.
- Lubricate new rear bearing and press onto rotor shaft, assuring that shielded side of bearing faces slip rings. Place front bearing in housing with shielded side rearward. Install retainer plate.
- Place spacer ring on rotor shaft and install rotor assembly into front housing. Press front bearing retaining ring over shaft and into front housing with a socket.
- Coat bearing bore of rear housing with grease and install spring washer. Assemble front housing with rotor to rear housing, using a turning or twisting motion to seat rear bearing. Line up scribed alignment marks and install screws through housing.
- Install shaft key, washer, fan, spacer, pulley, lock washer and nut. Install brush and connector plug assembly and retain with screws.
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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.