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Symptom Chart: Charging System

Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to DIAGNOSTIC METHODS for information regarding Ford-specific diagnostic practices.

SYMPTOM CHART - CHARGING SYSTEM

Condition Possible Sources Actions
  • System voltage high
  • Fuse
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Engine, generator and battery ground
  • Battery
  • Generator
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • System voltage low or battery is discharged
  • Fuse
  • Fusible link
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Abnormal ignition-off current drain(s)
  • Radial arm adapter
  • Battery
  • Generator
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • High current Battery Junction Box (BJB)
  • The generator is noisy
  • Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt
  • Loose bolts/brackets
  • Generator/pulleys
  • Radio interference
  • Generator
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • In-vehicle entertainment system
  • Charging system warning indicator is never/always on
  • Wiring, terminals or connectors
  • Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
  • Generator
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • RETRIEVE Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs) from all modules. If any charging system Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are found, REFER to RELATED MODULE DTC CHART(S) . If no charging system Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are found, REFER to .