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Alternator & Regulator: Description

The Mitsubishi alternator is an 85-amp, conventional 3-phase, self-rectifying unit, which contains 3 positive diodes and 3 negative diodes. The integral rear case-mounted regulator is solid-state and contains the brushes. A charge indicator light in the instrument panel indicates charging system malfunctions. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Charging System Wiring Schematic
G93A00729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.