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CHARGING SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR

G-12prose procedure

ALTERNATOR

SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM

The alternator has a self-diagnostic function to warn of problems in the charging system. If any of the following problems arise, the alternator warning lamp illuminates. 1. S circuit open. 2. No voltage output. 3. Field circuit open. 4. B circuit open. 5. Voltage output too high.

Removal / Installation

Alternator Removal / Installation

  1. 1
    Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. 2
    Disconnect the P/S pressure switch connector.
  3. 3
    Disconnect the water thermoswitch connector.
  4. 4
    Disconnect the ISC valve connector.
  5. 5
    Remove the air pipe.
    Engine bay view of the air pipe / intake duct area near the throttle body, illustrating removal of the air pipe.
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  6. 6
    Disconnect the wire and connector from the alternator.
    Alternator installed on the engine with numbered callouts pointing to mounting bolts/nut (callouts 1, 2, 3) used during removal.
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  7. 7
    Remove the alternator bolts and nut.
  8. 8
    Remove the alternator.
  9. 10
    Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque — Bolt, Nut (1)
37 - 52N·m
Tightening torque — Bolt (2)
19 - 25N·m
Tightening torque — Nut (3)
9.8 - 15N·m

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