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Generator Not Charging



Generator not charging

Fault symptom

The generator is not charging.

To check

Make sure that:












- the battery cables are tightened firmly to the terminals and that they have not oxidized;
- the battery connections to the car are tight and that there is no oxide or corrosion causing poor contact;
- the generator connections are correctly tightened and that contact has not been affected by oxide or corrosion;
- the generator belt is in good condition and correctly tensioned.
- the generator belt pulley is correctly fastened.

Fault Diagnosis Procedure