Hyundai Santa Fe: Charging System / Alternator. Description and operation

The Alternator has eight built-in diodes, each rectifying AC current to DC current.

Therefore, DC current appears at alternator "B" terminal.

In addition, the charging voltage of this alternator is regulated by the battery voltage detection system.

The alternator is regulated by the battery voltage detection system.

The main components of the alternator are the rotor, stator, rectifier, capacitor brushes, bearings and V-ribbed belt pulley.

The brush holder contains a built-in electronic voltage regulator.

Repair procedures

Inspection Inspection Item • Battery efficiency inspection • Battery voltage inspection • Charging voltage insptection • General inspection • Terminal tightening state inspection • Engine/ transaxle ground state inspection • Wiring harness ground state inspection • Electrical Specified Value Inspection • Vehicle parasitic current inspection • Battery capacity inspection Battery Efficiency Inspection    • Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals...

Alternator. Specifications

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Other information:

Hyundai Santa Fe (TM) 2019-2025 Service Manual: Repair procedures

Replacement [Removal]    • Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.    • Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces...

Hyundai Santa Fe (TM) 2019-2025 Owner's Manual: Detecting area

The smart liftgate detecting area extends approximately 20~40 in. (50~100 cm) behind the vehicle. If you are positioned in the detecting area and are carrying the smart key, the hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound for about 3 seconds to alert you that the liftgate will open...