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Alternator & Regulator: Description

Bosch conventional 3-phase, self-rectifying type alternators use 3 exciter diodes connected to stator windings. These diodes turn off alternator indicator light and supply power to voltage regulator while engine is running. Bosch regulators are transistorized and integral with alternator.

ALTERNATOR APPLICATIONS

Application Capacity
325 Series 90-amp
525i 115-amp
535i 115-amp
735i 115-amp