mazda Workshop Repair Guides

Mazda Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

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1. Headlights
2. Blower motor
3. Rear window defroster

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If generator terminal B current will not increase, repair or replace the generator as necessary.

NOTE:  Current required for generating power varies with electrical loads applied.

Standard Current (Reference)

Standard current (Reference)

Generator Inner Parts

Rotor

1. Measure the resistance between the slip rings using an ohmmeter.

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If not as specified, replace the rotor.

Specification
2.1 - 2.5 ohms [20 °C {68 °F}]

2. Verify that there is no continuity between the slip ring and the core using an ohmmeter.

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If there is continuity, replace the rotor.

3. Inspect the slip ring surface condition.

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If the slip ring surface is rough, use a lathe or fine sandpaper to repair it.

Stator coil

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