Alternator - Mounting Change

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SUBJECT:

ALTERNATOR MOUNTING CHANGE, M83-1/2


ISSUE: 10/83-648
FILE IN S.I. MANUAL:
VOLUME: I

SECTION: 3


PAGE: 72



A new alternator mounting system has been introduced beginning with VIN D1025616 and D2009727. As a result there is a new procedure for removing the alternator and a kit is now available if you wish to modify a M81, M82 or early M83 car.

To remove the alternator on cars equipped with the new mount it is necessary to release the alternator mounting bracket from the engine. Mounting bolt (figure 13) will otherwise not clear the firewall.

To modify an older car, remove the alternator, release the mounting bracket from the engine and install the new bushings from the service kit. Bolt the mounting bracket to the alternator and attach both to the engine block.

The service kit, P/N 93-37-593 includes the bushings, bolt and nut.