Genuine Mercury Lynx Voltage Regulator

Mercury Lynx Voltage Regulator Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Regulator Assembly - Voltage
  FOPZ-10316-A
  Q: How to replace Voltage Regulator on Mercury Lynx?

  A: To install the new integral regulator the alternator has to be first unbolted and laid on a clean surface. Fourth, remove the four T20 Torx screws of the voltage regulator and it is recommended to use a special screwdriver in order not to scratch the heads of the screws. Remove the voltage regulator from the board and for the initial models of the circuit, unscrew the insulating plate from the A terminal; in the later models, the tab covering the A screw head should be clipped off. Unscrew the A terminal insulator and the two Torx screws that hold the brush holder in place on the regulator Remove the regulator along with the nuts, brushes and springs in the brush holder. Place the brush holder nuts at their respective place and place the brush lead terminals in between the holder and the nuts. The brushes must be kept in the holder during installation by hooking the short length of stiff wire for early models for later models a piece of flat thin steel is recommended. In preparation for assembly, it is requisite to clean the regulator base plate both inside and outside prior to welding of the regulator and the brush holder. If so required, fit the insulator on the bearing of the A terminal screw head or if the tab was found to be ruptured, then cover the head with electrical tape. Mount the regulator and brush on the alternator, and make sure that brushes will not be a problem once they are put in place, then take out the brush shield. Finally, install the alternator. For the external regulator, remove the negative battery cable and the wire harness from the regulator using a screwdriver and not pulling the wire. If necessary, the mounting bolts can be removed to take the regulator off and installation will be the opposite way.