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Resolved 2G Unknown relay or switch

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98bluegsx

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Can anyone tell me what this is? Is it a relay or a switch of some sort. Plugs in to a connection coming down from the fuse box
 

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It’s for the alternator.
It’s not a relay nor a switch



Posted by luv2rallye DSM Wiseman here in this forum.

It's called the generator relay in the Mitsu manual. From the Mitsu manual: "The generator relay functions as a backup for the flow of electricity to the rotor coil (field coil) if there is a disconnection or damaged wiring of the charging warning light." It actually is a resistor and diode in series but looks like and is referred to as a relay. (FYI: It is connected in parallel to the charging warning light, it's diode and the 10A fuse.) Something must be banging into it as I hear quite a few complaints of it being distroyed. You may have a problem getting an aftermarket one as every time I've asked they say they never heard of it. Should you find an aftermarket let us know where you got it and the price. Here is what is inside that relay (diode and big resistor): http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b100/Hybridgnx/1993 Talon TSI/IMG_4265.jpg
 
Your alt will still put out a charge if your dash charge light is working. This (assuming it's working) is just a backup for the dash charge light should it burn out.
 
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