CHARGING SYSTEM ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note:

If the battery is weak or if the engine is difficult to start, recharge the battery and perform inspections again before returning the vehicle to the customer.

PROCEDURE

  1. CHECK BATTERY CONDITION

    1. Check the battery for damage or deformation. If severe damage, deformation or leakage is found, replace the battery.

    2. Check the electrolyte level in each cell.

      1. For maintenance-free batteries:

        • If the electrolyte level is below the lower line, replace the battery.

        • If the electrolyte level is above the lower line, check the battery voltage when cranking the engine. If the voltage is less than 11.8 V, recharge or replace the battery.

          Tip:

          Before checking the battery voltage, turn off all the electrical systems (headlights, blower motor, rear window defogger, etc.).

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        For non-maintenance-free batteries:

        • If the electrolyte level is below the lower line, add distilled water to each cell. Then, recharge the battery and check the electrolyte specific gravity.

          Standard Specific Gravity

          1.25 to 1.29 at 20°C (68°F)

        • If the electrolyte level is above the lower line, check the battery voltage when cranking the engine. If the battery voltage is less than 11.8 V, recharge or replace the battery.

          Tip:

          Before checking the battery voltage, turn off all the electrical systems (headlights, blower motor, rear window defogger, etc.).

    3. Check the voltage.

      1. Turn the ignition switch off and turn on the headlights for 20 to 30 seconds. This will remove the surface charge from the battery.

      2. Measure the battery voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

        Standard Voltage

        Tester Connection

        Condition

        Specified Condition

        Positive (+) terminal - Negative (-) terminal

        20°C (68°F)

        12.5 to 12.9 V

        If the result is not as specified, recharge or replace the battery.

  2. INSPECT BATTERY TERMINAL

    1. Check that the battery terminals are not loose or corroded.

      If the terminal is corroded, clean the terminal.

      Positive (+) Battery Terminal

      5.4 N*m

      55 kgf*cm

      48 in.*lbf

      Negative (-) Battery Terminal

      5.4 N*m

      55 kgf*cm

      48 in.*lbf

  3. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT

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  4. INSPECT GENERATOR WIRING

    1. Visually check the generator wiring.

      1. Check that the wiring is in good condition.

  5. CHECK FOR ABNORMAL NOISE

    1. Check for abnormal noises from the generator assembly.

      1. Check that no abnormal noises are heard from the generator assembly while the engine is running.

        If noise occurs, refer to Problem Symptoms Table.

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  6. INSPECT CHARGE WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT

    1. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Check that the charge warning light comes on.

    2. Start the engine and check that the charge warning light goes off.

      If the charge warning light does not operate as specified, troubleshoot the charge warning light circuit.

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