CHARGING SYSTEM DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST


  1. DATA LIST

    Tech Tips

    Using the GTS to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Reading the Data List information early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time.

    Note

    In the table below, the values listed under Normal Condition are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.


    1. Warm up the engine.

    2. Turn the engine switch off.

    3. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    4. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    5. Turn the GTS on.

    6. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Data List.

    7. According to the display on the GTS, read the Data List.


      Powertrain > Engine > Data List
      Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Battery Voltage Battery voltage

      Min.: 0 V

      Max.: 65.535 V

      		 11 to 14 V: Idling Malfunction in the battery voltage can be the cause of malfunction
      Battery Current Battery current

      Min.: -125 A

      Max.: 124.996 A

      		 Changes in accordance with the generator output: After warm-up, in motion

      • Malfunction of the sensor or LIN communication can be the cause of malfunction

      • Used in vehicles with stop and start system
      Battery Temperature Battery fluid temperature

      Min.: -40°C (-40°F)

      Max.: 6513.5°C (11756°F)

      		 Changes in accordance with the actual temperature: After warm-up, in motion

      • Malfunction of the sensor or LIN communication can be the cause of malfunction

      • Used in vehicles with stop and start system
      Alternator Output Duty Ratio LIN terminal output (charging control signal)

      Min.: 0%

      Max.: 399.993%

      		 Changes in accordance with the generator output: During charging control Malfunction of the charging control system can be the cause of malfunction
      Alternator Voltage - Non Active Test Requested voltage when regulator forced drive is not executed

      Min.: 0 V

      Max.: 79.998 V

      		 Changes in accordance with the battery fluid temperature and driving condition (12.3 to 14.8 V): After engine started Malfunction of the charging control system can be the cause of malfunction
      Voltage of Alternator Requested voltage when regulator forced drive is executed

      Min.: 0 V

      Max.: 79.998 V

      		 Required instruction voltage value when the Active Test "Control the Voltage of Alternator" is executed (12.5 to 14.7 V): After engine started Malfunction of the charging control system can be the cause of malfunction
      Previous Trip Alternator Max Output Time Generator maximum generating time during previous drive

      Min.: 0 sec

      Max.: 65535 sec

      		 - Used in vehicles with stop and start system
      Initial Engine Battery Minimum Voltage Minimum battery voltage at engine start

      Min.: 0 V

      Max.: 25.5 V

      		 - Used in vehicles with stop and start system
      Previous Trip Charge Control Time Charging control time during previous drive

      Min.: 0 sec

      Max.: 65535 sec

      		 - Used in vehicles with stop and start system
      Previous Trip Average Battery Temperature Battery average temperature during previous drive

      Min.: -40°C (-40°F)

      Max.: 215°C (419°F)

      		 - Used in vehicles with stop and start system

      Tech Tips

      Normal Condition: If no conditions are specifically stated for "idling", the shift lever should be in N or P, the A/C switch should be off and all accessory switches should be off.

  2. ACTIVE TEST

    Tech Tips

    Using the GTS to perform Active Tests allows relays, VSVs, actuators and other items to be operated without removing any parts. This non-intrusive functional inspection can be very useful because intermittent operation may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Performing Active Tests early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time. Data List information can be displayed while performing Active Tests.


    1. Connect the GTS to the DLC3.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).

    3. Turn the GTS on.

    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test.

    5. According to the display on the GTS, perform the Active Test.


      Powertrain > Engine > Active Test
      Tester Display Measurement Item Control Range Diagnostic Note
      Control the Voltage of Alternator Requested output voltage of generator regulator during forced activation Between 12.5 and 14.7 V Test is possible after engine start