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 ...

    See also:

    Heater performance
    Before performing the following tests, see COOLING for the procedures to check the engine coolant level and flow, engine coolant reserve/recovery system operation, accessory drive belt condition ...

    Removal
    DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER Fig. 8: DPF Components - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR - PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL SENSOR - MOUNTING BOLT - UPSTREAM PRESSURE TUBE - DPF - DOWNSTREAM PRESSURE TUBE - TU ...

    REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
    In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traf ...

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