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Fig. 703: Identifying Bearing Outer Race, Transfer Cover And Trust Shim 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

45. Drive the outer race securely in the cover using the driver and the attachment (78 x 80 mm) so there is no 

clearance between the outer race, thrust shim, and cover. 

Fig. 704: Pressing Outer Race 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

46. After replacing the 80 mm thrust shim, recheck and make sure that the total starting torque is within the 

specification.  

47. Install the new O-ring (A) on the transfer cover (B), then install the cover on the transfer housing (C). 

 

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Fig. 705: Identifying O-Ring And Transfer Cover With Torque Specifications 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

48. Remove the filler plug (A), then refill the transfer assembly with transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil). Use an 

SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only. 

Viscosity:  

SAE 90: Above 0°F (-181°C)  

SAE 80W-90: Below 0° (-18°C)  

Hypoid Gear Oil Capacity: 0.45 L (0.48 US qt)  

Fig. 706: Identifying Filler Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specifications 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

49. Install the filler plug with a new sealing washer (B). 

 

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Trouble Shooting - Basic Procedures 

* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST * 

ACCESSORIES & ELECTRICAL 

CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING 

BASIC CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 

NOTE:

This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended to be specific to 
any unique situation or individual vehicle configuration. The purpose of this 
Trouble Shooting information is to provide a list of common causes to 
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting, refer to SUBJECT, 
DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available in the section(s) you are 
accessing.

NOTE:

This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended to be specific to 
any unique situation or individual vehicle configuration. The purpose of this 
Trouble Shooting information is to provide a list of common causes to 
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting, refer to SUBJECT, 
DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available in the section(s) you are 
accessing.

NOTE:

This is GENERAL information. This article is not intended to be specific to 
any unique situation or individual vehicle configuration. The purpose of this 
Trouble Shooting information is to provide a list of common causes to 
problem symptoms. For model-specific Trouble Shooting, refer to SUBJECT, 
DIAGNOSTIC, or TESTING articles available in the section(s) you are 
accessing.

CONDITION & POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTION

Vehicle Will Not Start

Dead battery

Check battery cells, alternator 

belt tension and alternator 

output

Loose or corroded battery connections

Check all charging system 

connections

Ignition circuit or switch malfunction

Check and replace as necessary

Alternator Light Stays On With Engine Running

Loose or worn alternator drive belt

Check alternator drive tension 

and condition, See Belt 

Adjustment in TUNE-UP 

article in the TUNE-UP section

Loose alternator wiring connections

Check all charging system 

connections

 

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Short in alternator light wiring

See Indicator Warning Lights in 

STANDARD INSTRUMENTS 

in the ACCESSORIES & 

EQUIPMENT section

Defective alternator stator or diodes

See Bench Tests in 

ALTERNATOR article

Defective regulator

See Regulator Check in 

ALTERNATOR article

Alternator Light Stays Off With Ignition Switch ON

Blown fuse

See WIRING DIAGRAMS

Defective alternator

See Testing in ALTERNATOR 

article

Defective indicator light bulb or socket

See Indicator Warning Lights in 

STANDARD INSTRUMENTS 

in the ACCESSORIES & 

EQUIPMENT section

Alternator Light Stays OFF With Ignition Switch ON

Short in alternator wiring

See On-Vehicle Tests in 

ALTERNATOR article

Defective rectifier bridge

See Bench Tests in 

ALTERNATOR article

Lights or Fuses Burn Out Frequently

Defective alternator wiring

See On-Vehicle Tests in 

ALTERNATOR article

Defective regulator

See Regulator Check in 

ALTERNATOR article

Defective battery

Check and replace as necessary

Ammeter Gauge Shows Discharge

Loose or worn drive belt

Check alternator drive belt 

tension and condition. See Belt 

Adjustment in TUNE-UP 

article in the TUNE-UP section

Defective wiring

Check all wires and wire 

connections

Defective alternator or regulator

See Bench Tests and On-

Vehicle Tests in 

ALTERNATOR article

Defective ammeter, or improper ammeter wiring connection

See Testing in STANDARD 

INSTRUMENTS in the 

ACCESSORIES & 

EQUIPMENT section

Noisy Alternator

Loose drive pulley

Tighten drive pulley attaching 

nut

Loose mounting bolts

Tighten all alternator mounting 

bolts

Worn or dirty bearings

See Bearing Replacement 

 

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