Alternator and Regulator Nippondenso
Alternator and Regulator Nippondenso
Alternator and Regulator Nippondenso
1988 ELECTRICAL
Alternators & Regulators - Nippondenso
DESCRIPTION
Nippondenso 3-phase alternators utilize 3 positive and 3
negative diodes to rectify current. Charging system voltage is
controlled by an internal Integrated Circuit (IC) voltage regulator.
Some models use engine, ignition, and charging light relays.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
See TROUBLE SHOOTING - BASIC PROCEDURES article in GENERAL
TROUBLE SHOOTING.
ADJUSTMENTS
BELT TENSION
See appropriate BELT ADJUSTMENT table.
Camry
Alternator ............... 175 (79) ................... 115 (52)
Power Steering ........... 125 (57) .................... 80 (36)
Pickup & 4Runner
Alternator ............... 160 (73) ................... 100 (45)
All Others ............... 125 (57) .................... 80 (36)
NO LOAD TEST
1) Disconnect alternator terminal "B" wire. Using an ammeter
and voltmeter, connect negative ammeter lead to disconnected
alternator terminal "B" wire and positive lead to alternator terminal
"B". Connect voltmeter positive lead to alternator terminal "B" and
negative lead to ground. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 2: Alt Full Field Output Test (Camry, Celica, Corolla 4A-GE,
Cressida, MR2, Supra)
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 3: Alt Full Field Output Test (Corolla 4A-F 4A-FE, Land Cruiser,
Pickup, 4Runner)
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 4: Tercel Alternator Full Field Output Test
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
LOAD TEST
NOTE: During load test procedure, if voltage reading is low due to
a fully charged battery, it may be necessary to disable
ignition system and crank engine for about 15 seconds to
partially discharge battery.
CONTROL RELAYS
NOTE: Charge light relay is located above right kick panel.
NOTE: For location of engine main relay, see ENGINE MAIN RELAY
LOCATION table.
IGNITION RELAY
Land Cruiser & Van
1) Using an ohmmeter, check for continuity between ignition
relay terminals No. 1 and 3. Check that continuity does not exist
between terminals No. 2 and 4. See Fig. 7 "STEP 1".
2) On Land Cruiser, also check that continuity does not
exists between terminals No. 3 and 4. If ignition relay does not test
as indicated, replace relay.
BENCH TESTING
BRUSHES
1) Check for cracks and minimum brush length of .18-.22" (4.
5-5.5 mm). Replace brushes if damaged or worn. Brushes should slide
smoothly in holders. Install new springs when replacing brushes.
Solder brush wire.
2) New brush exposed length should be .413" (10.5 mm). Old
brush minimum exposed length not be less than .059" (1.5 mm).
ROTOR
1) Check rotor for open field windings by using an ohmmeter
across slip rings. Rotor resistance should be 2.8-3.0 ohms.
2) Check rotor for shorts to ground by connecting ohmmeter
between slip ring and rotor shaft. Ohmmeter should indicate no
continuity. Check slip rings for wear or pitting.
3) Turn slip rings on lathe if necessary. Minimum slip ring
diameter should not be less than .504" (12.8 mm). Check bearing and
replace if necessary.
STATOR
Connect ohmmeter between 2 stator leads. Continuity should
exist between all stator leads. Connect ohmmeter between each stator
lead and metal core. Continuity should not exist. If stator does not
test as indicated, replace stator.
DIODES
1) With diode assembly on bench, contact diode plate with one
probe and each of the 3 diode leads with other probe. Note ohmmeter
reading. Reverse probes and repeat test for all diodes.
2) All diodes should show a low reading in one direction and
NO reading in opposite direction. If any diode is defective, replace
diode assembly.
OVERHAUL
Fig. 8: Exploded View of Camry, Celica, Cressida & Supra (7M-GE) Alt
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 9: Exploded View of Corolla Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 10: Exploded View of Land Cruiser Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 11: Exploded View of Pickup & 4Runner Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 12: Exploded View of Pickup (3VZ-E) & 4Runner (3VZ-E) Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 13: Exploded View of Tercel (50-Amp) Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 14: Exploded View of Tercel (55-Amp) & Van Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 15: Exploded View of MR2 (4A-GE) Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Fig. 16: Exploded View of Supra (7M-GTE) Alternator
Courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.