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 System - Generators & Regulators: Description
Generator contains a rotor, stator, rectifiers, front and rear covers and drive pulley. PT Cruiser generator is a "Y" type stator with a 3 phase winding connections to deliver induced AC current to 3 positive and 3 negative diodes for rectification. On all models, generator is serviced as a complete unit only. Voltage regulation is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Electronic Voltage Regulator (EVR) is not a separate component, but a circuit located within PCM. If EVR circuit is defective, PCM must be replaced.
| Application | (1) Minimum Output (Amps) | |||||
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| Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M | ||||||
| Denso | 105 | |||||
| Melco | 110 | |||||
| Neon | ||||||
| Mitsubishi | 75 | |||||
| PT Cruiser | ||||||
| Melco | 120 | |||||
| Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan | (2) | |||||
| Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe | (2) | |||||
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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.