Work Flow

CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH 165-DSS - 5000P

To test the charging system, use the following special service tool:

165-DSS-5000P battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer

NOTE: Refer to the applicable instruction manual for proper charging system diagnosis procedures.

OVERALL SEQUENCE

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DETAILED FLOW

NOTE: To ensure a complete and thorough diagnosis, the battery, starter motor and generator test segments must be done as a set from start to finish.

PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Perform preliminary inspection. Refer to Work Procedure .

GO TO 2.
DIAGNOSIS WITH 165-DSS - 5000P
Perform the system test using battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer 165-DSS-5000P. Refer to the applicable instruction manual for proper testing procedures.

Test result

NO

Charging system is normal and will also show "DIODE RIPPLE" test result.

NO

GO TO 3.

LOW OUTPUT

GO TO 8.

HIGH OUTPUT

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine).

EXCESSIVE RIPPLE, OPEN PHASE, OPEN DIODE or SHORTED DIODE

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine). Perform "system test" test again using the 165-DSS-5000P battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer to confirm repair.
INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IGNITION SWITCH IS ON)
Ignition switch ON.

Does the charge warning lamp illuminate?

YES

GO TO 4.

NO

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine).
INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IDLING)
Start the engine and run it at idle.

Does the charge warning lamp turn OFF?

YES

GO TO 5.

NO

GO TO 6.
INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (ENGINE AT 3, 000 RPM)
Increase and maintain the engine speed at 3, 000 rpm.

Does the charge warning lamp remain off?

YES

GO TO 7.

NO

GO TO 6.
INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley. Refer to GENERATOR : Exploded View (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Exploded View (with KR20DDET engine).

Is generator pulley normal?

YES

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine).

NO

Repair as needed.
"B" TERMINAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check "B" terminal circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure (with PR25DD engine) or Diagnosis Procedure (with KR20DDET engine).

Is "B" terminal circuit normal?

YES

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine).

NO

Repair as needed.
"B" TERMINAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check "B" terminal circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure (with PR25DD engine) or Diagnosis Procedure (with KR20DDET engine).

Is "B" terminal circuit normal?

YES

GO TO 9.

NO

Repair as needed.
INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley. Refer to GENERATOR : Exploded View (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Exploded View (with KR20DDET engine).

Is generator pulley normal?

YES

Replace generator. Refer to GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with PR25DD engine) or GENERATOR : Removal & Installation (with KR20DDET engine).

NO

Repair as needed.