divi | # | [| { & | verse gy TECH TIPS Dixie Part Numbers: A-1665 A-1667 A-8311 A-8323 A-8764 A-8807 101-05112 101-07106 1109-12144 141-33102 Applications: 2001 — 2005 Mercury Marine Mercruiser Alpha and Bravo engines Conditions: The operator of the vehicle may complain of erratic charging and or electrical problems up to and including an engine fire. Cause: A potential cause for the above conditions is the routing of the alternator positive output wire. The wire may be improperly routed against the oil dipstick. Chaffing over time could cause the cable to short circuit. Correction: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended inspection and repair procedures when required ensuring that the positive output cable cannot chaff against the dipstick or other engine components. REV: 20120619 Courtesy of USCGboating.org TSB_1057.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.