Alternator: Specifications

1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6LSECTION Specifications
Direction of rotation (Clockwise)
Nominal Operating Voltage 12 Volts
Max. Generator Output (A) 70Amps, (B) 85Amps
Max. Alternator Speed 18,000 rpm
Polarity Negative Ground
No-Load Alternator Speed (A) 1,150 - 1250 Rpm, (B) 950 Rpm
Working temperature range -30 deg. - 90 deg. C (-22 deg. - 194 deg. F)
Regulated Voltage 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
RENDER: 1.0x

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