Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Up to May 1999, With Power Steering



CAUTION: Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap before working on the electrical system.

NOTES:
- When the battery has been reconnected, check operation of electrical equipment (radio, clock and convenience electrics etc.).
- For OBD II vehicles, the readiness code for the Engine Control Module (ECM) must be re-generated after the battery has been disconnected.





1 - Hex bolts
- M8 x 45mm
- 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
2 - Tensioning roller
3 - Bracket
4 - Hex bolt
- M10 x 45 mm
- 45 Nm (33 ft lb)
5 - Hex bolts
- M10 x 65 mm
- 45 Nm (33 ft lb)
6 - Hex bolts
- M3 x 18 mm
7 - End cap
8 - Phillips-head screws
- M4 x 25 mm
9 - Voltage regulator
10 - Generator
11 - Ribbed belt
12 - Hex bolts
- M8 x 85 mm
- 25 Nm (18 ft lb)






NOTES:
If the B+ connection is not tightened with the specified tightening torque, the following dangers are present:
- The battery is not fully charged.
- Complete failure of the vehicle electrics/electronics (disabled).
- Danger of fire because of generation of sparks.
- Damage through excess voltage at electrical components and control modules.

The tightening torque for the securing nut of the B+ connection (arrow) is 15 Nm (11 ft lb).