Charging System Check
- Check the battery is in good condition, with an open circuit voltage of at least 12.6 volts. Recharge or fit a charged substitute battery to carry out test.
- Check drive belt adjustment and condition. Rectify as necessary.
- Check battery connections are clean and tight.
- Check alternator connections are clean and tight.
- Ensure that there is no continuous drain on battery due, for example, to interior, underhood or door edge lamp being left on. If system checks okay, perform on-vehicle testing. See ON-VEHICLE TESTING .