Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Charging Systems: Alternators: Description
Chrysler vehicles use either a conventional 60 or 78 amp. alternator or the 114 amp. high capacity alternator. The 114 amp. alternator has 12 silicon rectifiers that convert A.C. current into D.C.; the others have only 6 silicon rectifiers. Main components are the rotor, stator, rectifiers, end shields and pulley. Output voltage is limited by an external electronic voltage regulator.
| Alternator Tag Color | Volts | (1)(2)Rated Amp. Output | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow | 15 | 60 | ||||
| Brown | 15 | 78 | ||||
| Yellow | 13 | 114 | ||||
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Rotation - Clockwise at drive end.
Field Coil Draw - 4.75-6.0 amps. (114 amp.); 4.5-6.5 amps. (all others); at 12 volts while turning rotor manually.
Capacitor Capacity -.50 mfd. ±20%.
Current Output - For 60 amp., 45 minimum; for 78 amp., 58 minimum; for 114 amp., 97 minimum.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.