Dodge Journey: Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
The generator is belt-driven by the engine. It is serviced only as a complete assembly. If the generator fails for any reason, the entire assembly must be replaced. The generator produces DC voltage.
OPERATION
As the energized rotor begins to rotate within the generator, the spinning magnetic field induces a current into the windings of the stator coil.
The Y type stator winding connections deliver the induced AC current to positive and 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
Generator
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Removal
2.0L TURBO DIESEL
Fig. 2: Generator Cables
1. Remove engine cover.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove accessory drive belt.
4. Disconnect battery cable fro ...
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Diagnosis and Testing, Removal, Installation
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
As a quick diagnosis, the cluster will perform a functional check of the
odometer display, transmission range
display and warning indicators after the ign ...
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. The left and right-hand
controls are rocker-type switches with a pushbutton in
the center of each switch. Rea ...
Sensor, speed, input
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 369: Removing/Installing Input Speed Sensor
- INPUT SPEED SENSOR
The Input Speed Sensor (1) , is a two-wire magnetic pickup device that
generates AC signals as rotation oc ...
