Generator (GEN) design

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Fig 1: Generator Design

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The main components of the generator (GEN) consist of:

Stator
Rotor with slip rings
Integrated cooling fans
DC bridge
Charge regulator
Pulley.

Generator terminals

Fig 2: Identifying Generator Terminals

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Generator (GEN) terminals:

#A:1. B+
#B:1. To central electronic module (CEM) or engine control module (ECM).