Section 8 (Generators & Regulators): Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
See appropriate SELF DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE to properly diagnose charging system.
The charging system charges the battery with the generator output to keep the battery charged at a constant level during varying electrical load.