Electrical System
Alternator Cover Installation
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- Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt that may be on the silicone sealant coating area. Dry them with a clean cloth.
- Apply silicone sealant to the alternator lead grommet and crankcase halves mating surface [A] on the front and rear sides of the cover mount.
Sealant - Liquid Gasket, TB1211F: 92104-0004
- Check that dowel pins [B] are in place on the crankcase.

- Replace the alternator cover gasket with a new one.
- Install the alternator cover [A] and the clamps [B].
Fit the upper clamp to the side [C] of the alternator cover.
Fit the lower clamp to the stopper [D] of the alternator cover.
- Tighten: Torque - Alternator Cover Bolts: 9.8 NВ·m (1.0 kgfВ·m, 87 inВ·lb)
- Connect the alternator lead connector and run the leads correctly (see Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing section in the Appendix chapter).

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