OPERATION
As the energized rotor begins to rotate within the
generator, the spinning magnetic field induces a cur-
rent into the windings of the stator coil.
The Y type stator winding connections deliver the
induced AC current to 3 positive and 3 negative
diodes for rectification. From the diodes, rectified DC
current is delivered to the vehicles electrical system
through the generator, battery, and ground terminals.
Noise emitting from the generator may be caused
by:
• Worn, loose or defective bearings
• Loose or defective drive pulley
• Incorrect, worn, damaged or misadjusted drive
belt
• Loose mounting bolts
• Misaligned drive pulley
• Defective stator or diode
• Damaged internal fins
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(2) Remove air cleaner assembly, refer to the
Engine/air Intake System for more information.
(3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Fig. 3), refer
to the Cooling section for more information.
(4) Disconnect the field connector (Fig. 4).
(5) Disconnect the battery positive cable from the
generator (Fig. 5) first disconnect the B+ cap on the
wiring harness side.
Fig. 3 GENERATOR LOCATION
Fig. 4 FIELD CONNECTOR
Fig. 5 BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE
ZB CHARGING 8F - 17
GENERATOR (Continued)
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