Section 6 (Charging System (2AZ-FE)): Generator: Inspection

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INSPECT GENERATOR CLUTCH PULLEY
1. Hold the center of the pulley, and confirm that the outer ring turns counterclockwise and does not turn clockwise.
  If the result is not as specified, replace the generator clutch pulley.
  
  Fig 1: Checking Clutch Pulley
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INSPECT GENERATOR BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY
1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the brush length.
  Standard length:
  
  9.5 to 11.5 mm (0.374 to 0.453 in.)
  
  Minimum length:
  
  4.5 mm (0.177 in.)
  
  If the brush length is less than the minimum, replace the generator brush holder assembly.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Brush Length
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INSPECT GENERATOR ROTOR ASSEMBLY

Check the appearance.
1. Check that the bearing is not rough or worn.
  OK:
  
  The bearing rotates smoothly.
  
  If the result is not as specified, replace the generator rotor assembly.
  
  Fig 3: Checking Bearing
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Check the resistance.

Measure the resistance between the slip rings.

Standard Resistance

TERMINALS RESISTANCE REFERENCE

Condition	Specified Condition
Approx. 20°C (68°F)	2.3 to 2.7 Ω

If the result is not as specified, replace the generator rotor assembly.

Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Slip Rings

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Measure the resistance between the slip ring and rotor core.

Standard Resistance

TERMINALS RESISTANCE REFERENCE

Tester Connection	Specified Condition
Slip ring - Rotor core	1 MΩ or higher

If the result is not as specified, replace the generator rotor assembly.

Fig 5: Measuring Resistance Between Slip Ring And Rotor Core

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Check the slip ring diameter.
1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the slip ring diameter.
  Standard diameter:
  
  14.2 to 14.4 mm (0.559 to 0.567 in.)
  
  Minimum diameter:
  
  14 mm (0.551 in.)
  
  If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the generator rotor assembly.
  
  Fig 6: Measuring Slip Ring Diameter
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INSPECT GENERATOR DRIVE END FRAME BEARING
1. Check that the bearing is not rough or worn.
  OK:
  
  The bearing rotates smoothly.
  
  If the bearing does not rotate smoothly, replace the bearing.
  
  Fig 7: Checking Bearing Rough Or Worn
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