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Question posted by kcairnlv on December 19th, 2013

Where Is A Wiring Diagram For The Alternator To The Car's Electrical System?

How does the internal voltage regulator know when to charge the battery? My car has blown up two alternators, but nothing is shorted out when the technician uses a meter to look for shorts.

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

... the ABS needs to Anti-theft system in the Maintenance and care chapter. THEFT Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to Bulbs in the Controls and features chapter...normal braking is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. 11 Refer to the ON position and the engine is functional. The light also illuminates when the battery is still effective ...
Owner's Manual - Page 24

... the amount of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. 2 24 Press the control to stop and eject a tape. Tape side select Press this control to play the alternate side of the tape is reached.
Owner's Manual - Page 31

... CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Controls and features Tape play select Insert a tape to play the alternate side of a tape. 1 SIDE 1-2 31 Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the way...
Owner's Manual - Page 37

...the weak station frequency is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician. 37 If service is displayed. Radio reception factors Three factors can be affected by "... process radio stations use for audio system warranty information. A stronger signal may use to increase their broadcasts. This range can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights...
Owner's Manual - Page 44

... lighting during inclement weather. Failure to C II 4 lock. 2. Daytime running . 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Rotate to the second position to 1 operate while the engine is in a collision. 44...conditions may result in the OFF or Parking lamps position. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. ART ST III HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp...
Owner's Manual - Page 60

...remote transmitter to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of new battery in operating range can be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle....battery replacement. 60 Place the positive (+) side of the transmitter near the key ring. Refer to ACC or ON. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to the diagram...
Owner's Manual - Page 76

...of the time. Frontal airbags are not designed to buckle up. "Seat belts don't Safety belts, when used with TWO or MORE people. People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear" times more with don't ...people I have an air bag" Air bags offer greater protection when used properly, reduce risk of work" death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is to remind...
Owner's Manual - Page 82

...when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that children are designed to inflate in the front seating position. Air ...side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 82 Children must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all information on safety...
Owner's Manual - Page 83

... from the air bag module as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out...8226; and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air ...
Owner's Manual - Page 93

Only use the accelerator when you start the engine. The emission system heats up the ..., refer to idle for more information on starting the engine. Make sure all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of fire or other damage. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per ...
Owner's Manual - Page 96

.... The key will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine speeds up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to 4 (START...
Owner's Manual - Page 111

... brakes, tires and suspension. You must meet local and Federal regulations. 111 Preparing to 454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer ...an additional load on the certification label. Hitches Do not use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that 10% of ... properly attached to the manufacturer's specifications. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes...
Owner's Manual - Page 113

...50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for cars). Once through deep water where the transmission...This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should be used. front wheel dollies must park on a grade. If your vehicle has an manual ...internal transmission damage.
Owner's Manual - Page 115

HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. After a collision, if the engine...may have been activated. 115 The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase additional roadside assistance...
Owner's Manual - Page 117

...Blown fuses are not working, a fuse may have blown. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are identified by pushing in the fuel system. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Using...severe wire damage and could start a fire. 117 Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks. 3. Roadside emergencies Use ...
Owner's Manual - Page 122

... box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Power Distribution...TAIL SUN ROOF ASC CIGAR AIR BAG FOG AUDIO FUEL INJECTOR P. Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. WINDOW BLOWER Fuse Amp Rating 15A 15A 15A 10A 20A ...
Owner's Manual - Page 125

...or remove it from its wheel • use the wheel for emergency use only. When driving with the temporary spare...on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions,...any other type of the road. If you use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground ...
Owner's Manual - Page 176

... the dust shield counterclockwise (when viewed from the bulb by pulling rearward. 176 Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear). 4. If a bulb is complete. Then, start the engine and...to change the bulb. 3. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Open the hood and disconnect the headlamp wiring socket from the in-line connector. Make sure that the headlamps are turned OFF. 2. This...
Owner's Manual - Page 177

...could cause the bulb to align the grooves in the plastic base with the bulb's plastic base facing upward. Connect the headlamp wiring socket to align it straight back out of children's reach. Turn the bulb slightly to break the next time the headlamps are ...the new bulb in lamp assembly by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. Connect the electrical connector into position. 11.
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 5

...warranty repairs, your selling dealer thank you are interested in knowing whether the warranty coverage is provided by Ford Motor Company or...and Noise Emissions Warranty which applies only to a Ford Certified Electric Vehicle Dealer for warranty repairs. The warranty coverage you to...your 2001-model car or light truck. Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance ...

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