Disconnecting the battery while the engine is running isn't a valid test for alternator function and may damage sensitive electronic parts. Instead, use a common voltmeter and the following test ...
Q Could you explain how an alternator works and how it should be tested? I’ve had problems with my ’88 Mustang’s battery going down. I replaced the battery, but that didn’t help. The problem seems ...
Q: Could you explain how an alternator works and how it should be tested? A: Vehicles built since the 1970s employ a belt-driven AC generator (alternator) to produce electrical power for all needed ...
This Volvo D16 engine has a state-of-the-art pad-type mount for the alternator. It also has an automatic tensioner. The electrical system’s heart is the alternator, and understanding its limitations ...