| Description and Operation Vehicles with 1.6L Engine shown, Vehicles with Diesel Engine similar 2 - Charge warning indicator The generator is mounted solidly towards the front of the engine cylinder block and is driven by the crankshaft pulley at approximately twice engine speed through a drive belt. For additional information, refer to Section 303-05 Accessory Drive. When the engine is started, the generator begins to generate alternating current (AC) which is converted to direct current (DC) internally. The DC current is controlled by the voltage regulator and then supplied to the battery. When the engine is not running and the ignition is switched on, the generator will illuminate the charge warning indicator in the instrument cluster. If however, there is an open circuit in the regulator or generator rotor circuits, the charge warning indicator will not illuminate. The generator should be repaired as an assembly and not dismantled for repair. For additional information, refer to Section 414-02 Generator and Regulator. | 
