Electrical fault: Verification: Verification

HINT: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied. 

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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Fig 2: Connecting Connector

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• Ignition off
• Reinstall the connectors, components etc.
• Ignition on
• Read off the battery voltage. The central electronic module (CEM) uses the prevailing outside temperature to calculate the voltage at which the battery should be charged
• Switch on a few major power consuming components, such as the blower fan.

  Check that the voltage is within the limits of 13.5-14.9 V. Try at different engine speeds (RPM).

  Fig 3: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA

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  Fig 4: Voltage and Temperature Chart

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Is the voltage OK? 

• YES 

  VERIFIED:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

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