Section 1 (Charging System - (Generator & Regulator)): Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Ford Mustang and 1999 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
System consists of generator, integral voltage regulator, battery, charge warning indicator, related fuses and wiring. Charge warning indicator illuminates with ignition on, engine off as a bulb-check. Generator maximum rated output is 115-amps on 3.8L engines, 110-amps on 4.6L 2-valve engines and 120-amps on 4.6L 4-valve engines. Voltage regulator is mounted internally on 4.6L models. Generator and regulator cannot be serviced separately. On 3.8L models, voltage regulator is mounted to rear of generator and can be replaced.