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Preliminary Inspection

  1. CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS CONNECTION

    Check if battery terminals are clean and tight.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 2.

    NO: Repair battery terminals connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Charging system test using EXP-800 NI or GR8-1200 NI (if available). Refer to the applicable Instruction Manual for proper testing procedures.

  2. CHECK FUSE

    Check for blown fuse and fusible link.

    Unit Power source (Power supply terminals) Fuse or Fusible Link
    Generator Battery (terminal 3) Fuse 26
    Battery (terminal 1) Fusible Link a
    Combination meter Ignition switch ON (terminal 2) Fuse 14

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 3.

    NO: Be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse or fusible link.

  3. CHECK GENERATOR GROUND TERMINAL CONNECTION

    Verify connector E206 terminal 5 (generator ground harness) is clean and tight.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 4.

    NO: Repair connection.

  4. CHECK DRIVE BELT TENSION

    Check drive belt tension. Refer to "CHECKING DRIVE BELTS " (MR20DE) or "CHECKING DRIVE BELTS " (QR25DE).

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: Inspection End.

    NO: Repair as needed.