Removal and installation
1. |
Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive
terminal.
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2. |
Remove the drive belt.
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3. |
Disconnect the A/C compressor switch connector (A), the alternator
connector (B) and the cable from the alternator "B" terminal (C).
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4. |
Remove the alternator (A).
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5. |
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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6. |
Adjust the alternator belt tension after installation.
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Disassembly
1. |
Remove the alternator cover(A).
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2. |
Loosen the mounting bolts(A) and disconnect the brush holder assembly(B).
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3. |
Remove the slip ring guide(A).
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4. |
Remove the nut and pulley(A).
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5. |
Loosen the 4 through bolts(A).
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6. |
Disconnect the rotor(A) and cover(B).
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7. |
Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly.
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Inspection
Inspect Rotor
1. |
Check that there is continuity between the slip rings (C).
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2. |
Check that there is no continuity between the slip rings and the
rotor (B) or rotor shaft (A).
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3. |
If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
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Inspect Stator
1. |
Check that there is continuity between each pair of leads (A).
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2. |
Check that there is no continuity between each lead and the coil
core.
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3. |
If the coil fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
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In case of an emergency while driving
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing, set the shift lever in the N
(Neutral) position and then push the vehicle to a safe place.
If you h ...
Good braking practices
WARNING
• Whenever you leave or park your vehicle, always set the parking brake
as far as possible and fully engage the vehicle's transaxle into the P (Park)
position. If the parking b ...
Headlamp welcome function
When the headlight switch is in the ON or AUTO position and all doors (and tailgate)
are closed and locked, if you press the door unlock button on the transmitter (or
smart key), the headlights wi ...