Kia Forte: Alternator On-vehicle Inpection
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Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct
terminals.
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Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given
a quick charge.
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Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
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Check The Battery Terminals And Fuses |
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Check that the battery terminals are not loose or corroded.
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Check the fuses for continuity.
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Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords etc.
If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt.
Cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable.
If the belt has chunks missing from the ribs, it should be replaced.
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Item
Specification
Rated voltage
13.5V, 120A
Speed in use
1,000 ~ 18,000 rpm
Voltage regulator
IC Regulator built-in type
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1.
Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
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Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Timing Chain")
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See also:
IMS module Removal
1.
Remove the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the driver seat in the car.
(Refer to Body - "Front Seat Assembly")
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Specification
Item
Specification
Type
Hall sensor
Working voltage
6.5 ~1 5V
Output voltage
VL ≤ 0.5 V
(When output cu ...
Cylinder Head Cover Components
1. Cylinder head cover
2. Cylinder head cover gasket
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