According to an old automotive legend, the first Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) was installed on a small number of specially equipped Lincoln models back in 1954.
After an hour or so of 60 mile an hour driving, the little red “I’m too hot” light would start blinking its warning. This resulted in a stop for a burger and fries for the owner, and a jug of coolant for the Vanagon.
We usually ignore these important suspension components until they start making strange and unusual noises that the owner can’t remember hearing before. Only then does the car get a road test and a careful suspension inspection.
Diodes rectify the AC voltage induced in the slator, changing it into pulsating DC to charge the batter and run the vehicle’s electrical systems. That’s important to remember.