Description & Operation: Generator
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 GMC Safari and 2001 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
AD-230 generator is non-repairable. Generator is electrically similar to earlier models. Generator(s) feature following major components:
- Delta stator.
- Rectifier bridge.
- Rotor with slip rings and brushes.
- A conventional pulley.
- Dual internal fans.
- Internal voltage regulator.
The AD stands for Air-cooled Dual internal fan; the 2 is an electrical design designator; the 30 denotes outside diameter of stator laminations in millimeters, over 100 millimeters. Generator is rated at 105 amperes.
Generator features permanently lubricated bearings. Service should only include tightening of mounting components. Otherwise, generator is replaced as a complete unit.