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:
Pulley, idler
Removal
2.4L ENGINE
Fig. 30: ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY - 2.4L
- UPPER PULLEY
- LOWER PULLEY
1. Remove accessory drive belt.
2. Remove upper idler pulley (1) and bolt.
3. Re ...
Hub and bearing
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 31: Front Hub And Bearing Mounting
The front wheel bearing and wheel hub of this vehicle are a one piece sealed
unit or hub and bearing unit type
assembly.
The hub and beari ...
Toe
Fig. 115: Steering Wheel Holding Tool
1. Center the steering wheel and lock it in place using a steering wheel
clamp.
NOTE: When setting toe, make sure to set rear toe to the preferred
spe ...
