Charging System: Testing and Inspection

Trouble Diagnoses:

Before conducting an alternator test, make sure that the battery is fully charged. A 30 Volt voltmeter and suitable test probes are necessary for the test. The alternator can be checked easily by referring to the Inspection Table.
Before starting, inspect the fusible link.
1. Use fully charged battery.
2. Light: Charge warning light
ACG : Alternator parts except IC regulator
IC-RG: IC regulator
OK : IC-Alternator is in good condition.
3. When reaching "Damaged ACG", remove Alternator from vehicle and disassembly, inspect and correct or replace faulty parts.
4. *Method of grounding F terminal (HITACHI make only)
5. Terminals "S" ,"L", "B" and "E" are marked on rear cover of Alternator.

Gasoline Engine Model:

Gasoline engine model
Contact tip of wire with brush and attach wire to Alternator body.