L Terminal Circuit

L TERMINAL CIRCUIT


Description

The terminal "2" (L) circuit controls the charge warning lamp. The charge warning lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is set to ON or START. When the generator is providing sufficient voltage with the engine running, the charge warning lamp will go off. If the charge warning lamp illuminates with the engine running, a malfunction is indicated.




L TERMINAL CIRCUIT


Diagnosis Procedure

1.CHECK CHARGE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT CONNECTION
Verify generator connector E205 terminal 2 is clean and tight.
Is the connection secure?
YES - GO TO 2
NO - Repair the connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Starting/Charging system test. Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
2.CHECK CHARGE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect generator connector E205.





2. Apply ground to generator harness connector E205 terminal 2 with the ignition switch in the ON position.

Charge lamp should illuminate

Does the charge lamp illuminate?
YES - Check generator function. Refer to Work Flow.
NO - GO TO 3
3.CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY





1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the combination meter connector M24.
3. Check continuity between generator harness connector E205
(A) terminal 2 and combination meter harness connector M24
(B) terminal 2.





4. Check continuity between generator harness connector E205
(A) terminal 2 and ground.





Are the continuity results as specified?
YES - Replace the combination meter. Refer to Removal And Installation.
NO - Repair the harness or connector.