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 in SERVICE INFORMATION for more information.

Condition	Possible Sources	Actions
System voltage high	Refer to the Pinpoint Test	GO to Pinpoint Test A .
System voltage low or battery is discharged	Refer to the Pinpoint Test	GO to Pinpoint Test B .
The generator is noisy	Refer to the Pinpoint Test	GO to Pinpoint Test F .
Radio interference	Refer to the Pinpoint Test	GO to Pinpoint Test G .
Charging system warning indicator is never/always ON	Wiring, terminals or connectors IPC Generator PCM	RETRIEVE DTCs from all modules. If any charging system DTCs are found, Refer to DTC Charts in DTC Charts . If no charging system DTCs are found, REFER to INFORMATION CENTER - INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES .
Load Shed Message Displays in message center and/or centerstack infotainment display	Normal operation Audio system Battery BCM Fuses Generator Wiring, terminals or connectors	GO to Pinpoint Test K .
Battery Saver - System Off displays in centerstack infotainment display	Normal operation Audio system Battery BCM Fuses Generator Wiring, terminals or connectors	GO to Pinpoint Test K .