9-8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHARGING SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
Battery runs down quickly
Step 1
1) Check accessories which use excessive amounts of electricity.
Are accessories being installed?
Step 2
1) Check the battery for current leaks. (9-9)
Is the battery for current leaks OK?
Step 3
1) Measure the regulated voltage between the battery terminals. (9-10)
Is the regulated voltage OK?
Step 4
1) Measure the resistance of the generator coil. (9-10)
Is the resistance of generator coil OK?
YES Remove accessories.
NO Go to Step 2.
YES Go to Step 3.
NO
• Short circuit of wire harness
• Faulty electrical equipment
YES
• Faulty battery
• Abnormal driving condition
NO Go to Step 4.
YES Go to Step 5.
NO
• Faulty generator coil
• Disconnected lead wires
Generator
Regulator/Rectifier
SCR
IC
IG. switch
Load
Battery