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Generator (GEN) design

Fig 1: Identifying Generator Components
GLL107795Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

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

  1. Stator
  2. Rotor with slip rings
  3. Integrated cooling fans
  4. DC bridge
  5. Charge regulator
  6. Pulley.

Generator terminals 

Fig 2: Identifying Generator Terminals
GLL146959Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Generator (GEN) terminals: