Regulator / Rectifier Replacement; Charging System Testing Flow Chart - Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 Service Manual

CHASSIS / BODY ELECTRICAL
4. Connect the stator connector.
5. Install the Crankshaft Position Sensor. Refer to CPS
Replacement page 4.11.
6. Reconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Service page
2.62

REGULATOR / RECTIFIER REPLACEMENT

NOTICE
The regulator / rectifier is located in front of the radiator.
1. Remove the hood.
2. Disconnect the wire harness from both headlights.
3. Remove the front fascia. See Front Fascia Service
page
4. Carefully remove the front fascia assembly from the
vehicle to access the regulator / rectifier.

CHARGING SYSTEM TESTING FLOW CHART

Whenever charging system problems are suspected, proceed with the following system check after verifying that all
wires are in good condition, connected and not exposed or pinched:
12.26
5. If replacing the regulator / rectifier, remove the two
retaining screws and disconnect the wire harness.
Remove the regulator and heat sink plate from the
vehicle.
6. Reverse this procedure to install the new regulator /
rectifier and heat sink plate.
NOTICE
If the regulator / rectifier case temperature exceeds
230° F or 110° C, the unit will turn itself off to cool down.
The unit will turn on again after it has cooled down to at
least 212° F or 100° C. If it turns off, verify the cooling
fins are clean, free from debris and that adequate
airflow is present.
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