Kia Forte: Alternator Description

The Alternator has eight built-in diodes, each rectifying AC current to DC current.

Therefore, DC current appears at alternator "B" terminal.

In addition, the charging voltage of this alternator is regulated by the battery voltage detection system.

The alternator is regulated by the battery voltage detection system.

The main components of the alternator are the rotor, stator, rectifier, capacitor brushes, bearings and V-ribbed belt pulley.

The brush holder contains a built-in electronic voltage regulator.

On-vehicle Inpection

   • First of all, check for DTCs. If a DTC is present, perform troubleshooting in accordan ...

Alternator Specification

Alternator [Non-ISG type] Item Specification Rated voltage 13.5V, 90A Speed in use 1,000 ~ 18,000 rpm Voltage regulator IC ...

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Opening the tailgate
The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked with the transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch. If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing ...

Alternator Components
1. OAD (Overrunning Alternator Decoupler) pulley 2. Front housing 3. Front bearing 4. Stator 5. Rotor 6. Rear bearing 7. Rear housing 8. Rectifier assembly 9. Re ...

Inspection
1. Check the clutch release cylinder for fluid leakage. 2. Check the clutch release cylinder boot for damage. ...