Test alternator charging current - AR15.40-P-5011RKA
ENGINE 276 in MODEL 231
Connection scheme
| Check | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check poly-V belt tension | ||
| 2 | Check poly-V belt for wear | ||
| Check visible area of poly-V belt for wear | AP13.22-P-1352EW | ||
| 3 | Check electrical lines to on-board electrical system battery (G1), alternator (G2), starter (M1) and on the ground point for the battery (W10) in engine compartment for firm seating and check for a perfect condition | ||
| 4 | Remove lower engine compartment paneling | AR61.20-P-1105RK | |
| 5 | Check ground strap between engine and body for tight seating and proper condition | ||
| 6 | Connect volt amp(s) tester (079) with current clamp (065) according to connection diagram | ||
| Risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running. | Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. | AS00.00-Z-0005-01A | |
| 7 | Start engine | ||
| 8 | Check charging current at high engine revs; apply load to on-board electrical system battery (G1) for this step using volt-amp(s) tester (079) | ||
| Charging current of alternator Check for the diodes of the ALT (G2) charging current under the specified value: ↓ |
*BE15.40-P-1001-01L | ||
| Test alternator diodes In the case of defective diode, replace alternator (G2): ↓ |
AR15.40-P-9301-02RKA | ||
| Remove/install alternator | AR15.40-P-5032RKA | ||
| 9 | Turn off engine | ||
| 10 | Disconnect volt amp(s) tester (079) with current clamp (065) |
CHECK VALUES FOR ALTERNATOR
| Number | Designation | ENGINE 276 in MODEL 231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE15.40-P-1001-01L | Charging current of alternator | max. | A | 180 |
| min. | A | 140 | ||
| Engine speed | 1/min | 2000 | ||
| Gear ratio | i= | 2, 93 | ||