Mercury MerCruiser MCM 454 Mag MPI Service Manual page 371

CHARGING SYSTEM
4. Remove two brush/regulator attaching screws and remove brush/regulator assembly.
5. Scribe a mark on rear end frame, stator and front end frame to ensure proper
reassembly later.
6. Remove four screws which secure end frames and stator together.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT insert screwdriver blades more than 1/16 in. (1.5 mm) into
openings (in next step), as stator windings may be damaged.
7. Separate rear end frame and stator assembly from front end frame and rotor assembly
using two thin blade screwdrivers (positioned 180 degrees apart from one another) at
the locations shown. Use the two slots shown to initially separate units.
8. Place rear end frame and stator assembly on the bench with stator downward. Be sure
that bench is clean and free of metal chips. Remove nuts, washers, insulators and con-
denser from output and ground studs.
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a - Screws
b - Brush / Regulator Assembly
c - Stud Cover Insulator
d - Tie Strap
a - DO NOT Insert Screwdriver Blades More Than 1/16 In. (1.5 mm) Into Slots.
b - Rear End Frame
c - Stator
d - Front End Frame
e - Scribe Marks
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c
d
a
e
a
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