LEXIE } TECH TIPS Dixie Part Numbers: A-1672 101-07100 Applications: 2002 Boats with a Crusader 8.1 MPI or 8.1MPI HO engine. Conditions: The operator of the vehicle may complain of erratic alternator performance such as: – voltage fluctuations – adead or low battery – aburnt alternator – engine compartment fire Cause: A potential cause for the above conditions is that the factory installed alternator was painted prior to being installed on the engine, preventing the alternator from being adequately grounded. Correction: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended repair process and ensure that paint has been adequately removed from the alternator grounding surfaces. REV: 20120619 Courtesy of USCGboating.org TSB_1055.docx Dixie Tech Tips are intended for use by professional technicians, and are not for the general public. They are written to inform technicians of conditions that may exist or as a guide to aid in diagnosing and servicing a vehicle. All references to original equipment manufactures, vehicle manufactures and any other Trade Mark names are for the sole purpose of identifying the vehicle and or part that the Tech Tip applies to. This document is property of Dixie Electric Ltd. and is not to be copied or distributed with out written permission.