Alternator Rectifier; Removal; Installation; Starter Motor - Triumph Thunderbird Service Manual

Alternator Rectifier
Note:
• The alternator rectifier is attached to a bracket
below the swinging arm. The rectifier does not
contain any selViceable parts and must be
replaced if faulty.
Removal
1. Remove the rider's seat (see page 17-8>.
2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first.
3. Disconnect both multi-plugs from the alternator
rectifier.
4. Release the two screws securing the rectifier its
bracket and withdraw the rectifier.
Installation
1.
Position the rectifier to the bracket and secure with
the two screws. Tighten the screws to 9 Nm.
2. Reconnect the two multi-plugs to the rectifier.
3. Reconnect the battery, positive (identified with red
tape) lead first.
4. Refit the rider's seat (see page 17-9).
Electrical System
Starter Motor
Removal
1. Remove the rider's seat (see page 17-8>.
2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first.
3. Disconnect the solenoid connection from the main
wiring harness.
4. Ease the rubber boot from the starter cable, release
the nut and disconnect the cable.
1. Solenoid connection
2.
Boot
3. Nut
5. Remove the bolt, detach the main engine ground
cable from the crankcase and position aside.
6. Detach the engine breather hose from the breather
spout.
Z Remove the engine breather spout from the
crankcase, collecting the copper washer as it is
removed. Discard the washer.
8. Loosen the right hand throttle body hose clip and
rotate it upwards to allow clearance for the starter
motor.
9. Protect the crankcase painted surfaces from damage,
using a suitable self adhesive tape such as masking
tape.
SelVice Manual - Thunderbird
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