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Charging System - Generator & Regulators: Other Ford Taurus IV

Charging System 1 illustration ~119 words

BELT TENSION

Vehicles are equipped with automatic drive belt tensioner. Drive belt does not require adjustment. Inspect condition and tension of generator drive belt prior to performing any on-vehicle charging system tests. Replace belt and/or repair tensioner mechanism if necessary.

PRELIMINARY CHECKS

  1. Verify battery condition and state of charge.
  2. Inspect accessory drive belt and tensioner.
  3. Inspect MEGA FUSE FB (175-amp) in Battery Junction Box (BJB).
  4. Inspect fuse No. 126 (30-amp) in Battery Junction Box (BJB).
  5. Inspect fuse No. 227 (105-amp) Central Junction Box (CJB).
  6. Check all connections for looseness or corrosion.

3.0L 2-VALVE

ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
Generator Mounting Bolt (Left Side)18 (25)
Generator Mounting Bolt (Right Side)35 (48)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Generator Terminal B+ Nut89 (10)

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (3.0L 2-VALVE)

3.0L 4-VALVE

ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
Generator Mounting Bolts18 (25)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Generator Terminal B+ Nut89 (10)

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (3.0L 4-VALVE)

Charging System Wiring Diagram (Sable & Taurus). Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Charging System Wiring Diagram (Sable & Taurus)