Voltage Regulator Replacement

INDIAN CHIEF SERVICE MANUAL CHARGING SYSTEM 229

Voltage Regulator Replacement

The regulator is a non-serviceable part. If it is faulty, it must be removed and replaced.

Tools required:

7/16" socket

Motorcycle lift

Removal and Installation

Disconnect the battery ground cable from the negative battery terminal to prevent an accidental engine start. Refer to the procedure under Battery and Cables in this section.

Raise the motorcycle off the ground to a suitable working height, using a motorcycle lift. Disconnect the regulator wire leads at the stator connector on the engine crankcase.

Figure 535 — Voltage regulator/stator terminal connection Disconnect the regulator battery wire leads at the connector under the frame crossmember at the front engine mount. Using a 7/16” socket, remove the nuts and lock washers from the two mounting studs. Remove the regulator from the frame gusset. To install the regulator, reverse the order of removal. Tighten the mounting nuts to specification. Lower the motorcycle to the ground. Lower the kickstand and remove the motorcycle lift. Connect the battery ground cable to the negative battery terminal. Start the engine and check for proper operation of the charging system.