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:
Preliminary checks
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM OVERHEATING
Establish what driving conditions caused the complaint. Abnormal loads on the
cooling system such as the
following may be the cause:
Prolonged idle
Very hig ...
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located in the
center stack of the instrument pa ...
Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 1: COOLING SYSTEM - OVERVIEW
- WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR
- UPPER SUPPORT
- FAN SHROUD
- FAN MOTOR
- LOWER RADIATOR HOSE
The cooling system consists of an engine co ...
