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:
Diagnosis and Testing
PARK BRAKE SWITCH
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped
with airbags, disable
the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering
wheel, s ...
Coolant
Description
ENGINE COOLANT
GAS ENGINES
WARNING: Antifreeze is an ethylene glycol based coolant and is
harmful if swallowed
or inhaled. If swallowed, drink two glasses of water and ind ...
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