Need Wire Diagram for 97 d16y7 alternator

[wheel1856]

Anyone have a wire diagram, or at least directions for dummies, on an alternator for a d16y7 (1997 DX hatch).

I can't quite get a good look at the alternator, nor can I find wire schematics in my Hayne's manual or on any of my searches here.

I suspect the alternator is not grounded, or on its last legs, causing power surges and troughs (lights dim etc.). With 600 watts of amps in the back, I prefer not to blow my system. I want to check the ground before I opt to replace the alternator, but don't know how.

lil' help? ("Big 3" instructions for the alternator would be good too - I get the battery and valve grounds ok - anything with how to ground the alternator.)

Thanks AF - your help is always appreciated.

-wheel

[wheel1856]

How bout a hug instead? Easier.

[GScivic7]

The alternator is grounded through the housing to the block.

As for the Big 3, it's valve cover to chassis ground, battery ground, and alternator to + post on the battery. For the alternator to battery wire, just add an additional wire going from the post on the alternator to the + post on the battery, but make sure it is fused with whatever size the factory fuse is on the alternator.

[siege911]

http://www.redpepperracing.com/technical/96Civic-FSM

Check that out... it's the factory service manual... it might help you out a little bit.

[wheel1856]

So much better than a hug...may your children be beautiful and rich.

GSCivic, from now on, I think I may just PM you instead of searching or posting, I think you have answered at least my last 4 posts...thanks man, life-saver!

[GScivic7]

lol thanks for the recognition.

[siege911]

I tried... lol

[GScivic7]

actually, i'm glad you posted that FSM, people are always asking for it, now they can just search and find one

[siege911]

yep, it sure comes in handy!