Notes On Fault Tree
NOTE:
Steps in this procedure correspond to circled numbers in flow chart. See Fig 2
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- Always diagnose codes before performing functional check. This will test the PCM and BCM ability to detect generator faults and out of range voltage conditions.
- Over-voltage conditions may be caused by a defective regulator or regulator over-compensating due to incorrectly low value on voltage sense CKT 725 due to high resistance in wiring or battery temp sensor, low rotor resistance. Overcharging may be evidenced by a low electrolyte level in the battery.
- Insufficient amperage output may not set codes but result in marginal battery charging if driving habits involve short trips and prolonged idling, especially in warmer weather. Low output may be caused by:
- Defective regulator.
- Open or shorted diode.
- Contamination of brushes.
No output conditions may be caused by:
- defective regulator
- open or shorted rotor
- stator damage
- brush wear