Check the leads, couplers, and connectors for stains, rust, moisture, etc.
1. Disconnect:
2. Check:
Moisture → Dry with an air blower.
Rust/stains → Connect and disconnect several times.

3. Check:
Loose connection → Connect properly.
NOTE:
If the pin "1" on the terminal is flattened, bend it up.

4. Connect:
NOTE:
Make sure all connections are tight.
5. Check:

NOTE:
If there is no continuity, clean the terminals.
When checking the wire harness, perform steps (1) to (3).
As a quick remedy, use a contact revitalizer available at most part stores.

Circlips
Special toolsChecking the rectifier/regulator
1. Check:
Rectifier/regulator output voltage
Out of specification → Replace the
rectifier/
regulator.
a. Set the engine tachometer to the spark plug
lead.
b. Connect the pocket tester (DC 20 V) to the
rectifier/regulator coupler as shown.
Positive tester probe
red "1"
Negat ...
Removing the rear brake caliper
NOTE:
Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain
the brake fluid from the entire brake system.
1. Remove:
Union bolt "1"
Copper washers "2"
Brake hose "3"
NOTE:
Put the end of the brake hose into a container
and pump out the brake fluid carefully. ...
Disassembling the water pump
1. Remove:
Water pump seal "1"
NOTE:
Remove the water pump seal from the inside of
the water pump housing "2".
2. Remove:
Bearing "1"
NOTE:
Remove the bearing from the outside of the water
pump housing "2".
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