Alternator & Regulator: Description

Nippondenso 3-phase alternators use 4 positive and 4 negative diodes to rectify current. An internal Integrated Circuit (IC) voltage regulator controls charging system voltage. See Fig 1-3 .

Fig 1: Charging System Wiring Schematic (Integra)

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Fig 2: Charging System Wiring Schematic (Legend)

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Fig 3: Charging System Wiring Schematic (Vigor)

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