Kia Sportage: 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.

Alternator Specifications

Specification Alternator Item Specification Rated voltage 13.5V , 140A Speed in use 1,500 - 18, ...

Alternator Schematic diagrams

Circuit Diagram    • COM signal - When controlling the voltage generated, the ECM ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ✽ NOTICE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Service Manual: ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System Repair procedures

Inspection Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 1. Connect the KDS/GDS on the Data Link Connector (DLC). 2. Start the engine and measure the output voltage of TPS 1 and 2 at C.T. and W.O.T. Throttle Angl ...