System Inspection
- Start the engine and raise the engine speed to 2, 500~3, 000 RPM.
- Turn ON all electrical loads by turning on the headlamps, and by turning on the high blower motor, etc.
- Monitor the battery (ignition) voltage parameter on the GDS data list.
Specification:
VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONAmbient temperature °C (°F) Reference Voltage (V) -20 (-4) Approx. 14.2~15.4 20 (68) Approx. 14.0~15.0 60 (140) Approx. 13.7~14.9 80 (176) Approx. 13.5~14.7 - Is the battery voltage within the specification?
YES
Go to next step as below.
NO
Possibility of charging system malfunction. Repair or replace alternator and battery. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION And then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.