Ford — Voltage Regulator Installation on Generator
A Ford service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
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Procedure
- Replace generator brush holder to voltage regulator and install attaching screws.
- Replace cap on the head of the A terminal screw.
- Depress the generator brushes in the generator brush holder. Hold the generator brushes in position by inserting a standard size paper clip (or equivalent) through both the location hole in the voltage regulator and through the holes in the generator brush holders.
- Install the voltage regulator and generator brush holder to the generator with attaching screws. Remove paper clip (or equivalent) from the regulator.
- Install generator following installation procedures in this section.
Tools required
- T20 Torx type head screwdriver
- Paper clip (or equivalent)
Specs & torque values
- Screw torque: 2.8-4.0 Nm (25-35 In-Lb)
Source: manual:WSG1068 Sec. 06 Charging.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.