Description
2-wire rectifier suitable for Yamaha snowmobile VK540 Viking III/IV 8AC-81970-00-00
Features:
Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality, direct replacement for your original part.
It fits perfectly and is ready for immediate installation.
Always use a sealant when installing the cable gland.
All shipped products are tested.
Instructions are NOT included.
Specifications:
Condition: Used part, 100% new
Quantity: 1 piece
Type: Rectifier
Further specifications:
Number of wires: 2
Number of plugs: 1
Number of pins: 2
Please compare the number of pins and connectors with the old part before purchasing.
Part number:
8AC-81970-00
(Always compare the part numbers with the part drawings and make appropriate cross-references.)
(This is NOT an original part. The OEM part numbers are used for product identification and comparison purposes only.)
Suitable for make/model/year:
Suitable for Yamaha VK540E VK540 III 2005-2012
Suitable for Yamaha VK540E VK540 III SP 2010
Suitable for Yamaha VK540E VK540 IV 2013-2016
(The compatibility table is for reference only!!!)
(Please compare your defective device with the image we have provided to check compatibility.)
The package includes:
1x rectifier
Note:
Signs that your regulator needs to be replaced:
Depending on its installation location, the regulator-rectifier can easily overheat. Other causes of a defective regulator-rectifier lie in the battery. Ground connections are crucial for correct voltage. An incorrect voltage can cause the regulator-rectifier to overheat. Poor ground connections, corroded battery terminals, or loose or faulty battery connections can also lead to voltage errors.
Generally, there are two ways in which the regulator rectifier can fail:
The first problem concerns blown diodes, which lead to battery discharge. Symptoms such as dim headlights and starting difficulties might suggest a faulty battery. However, it's advisable to check the voltage with a voltmeter instead of relying solely on symptoms. If the voltage drops below 13 volts, the motorcycle will drain the battery, and the engine will eventually stall. Also, check for poor connections and corrosion; these can also cause voltage problems.
The other possible cause is a burned-out shunt regulator. In this case, the regulator rectifier can no longer regulate the voltage, leading to an overcharge of the battery. A voltmeter is also helpful for diagnosis here. Readings above 17 volts usually indicate that the regulator rectifier is not correctly converting the excess energy. This overvoltage can cause the headlights to shine extremely brightly and eventually burn out.
The product offered is an accessory or spare part and therefore not an original product of the vehicle manufacturer.
The name of the vehicle manufacturer is only given to identify the product offered as an accessory or spare part, in order to clarify for which vehicle the offered product is suitable.
Guarantee:
Returns: Customers have the right to request a return within 60 days of receiving the product.
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