Removing
1. Switch off ignition and remove a wire of weight from the accumulator.
2. Loosen tension and remove alternator drive V-ribbed belt.
3. Remove the generator.
4. Unscrew the screws and remove the protective cover from the back of the generator.
5. Unscrew the two screws and, being careful, remove the voltage regulator along with the brushes from the generator.
6. Measure the length of the graphite brushes, which should be at least 5 mm.
Replacement
To replace the carbon brushes, unsolder the current leads, remove the worn brushes (A) and springs (IN), install new brushes with springs in the regulator socket and solder the current lead so that the length of the brushes is 10.0 mm. When soldering, do not allow flux and solder to get on the current lead, except for the place of soldering. Check the ease of movement of the brushes in the holder (WITH).
Installation
1. Carefully install the voltage regulator with brushes and secure with screws.
2. Install the generator cover and secure it with screws.
3. Install the generator.
4. Install the alternator drive V-ribbed belt and adjust its tension.
5. Connect ground wire to battery.
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