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An extra set of diodes in a Toyota alternator
Posted to Educators Forum on 4/13/2007 5 Replies

Can anyone tell me what the purpose of the extra set of diodes is for in the rectifier of a japanese style alternator. They use a typical Y type stator but run an extra wire off of the center of the Y and another at one of the outer legs. These two extra wires... Login to read more.

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