Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.
16 - SQR484F CHARGING SYSTEM
16–6
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DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
Problem Symptoms Table
Charging System Charging Voltage Inspection
1. Leave vehicle under no load test condition and idle the engine. Measure battery voltage with digital
multimeter.
Standard voltage: 14.1 - 14.7 V
If result is not as specified, replace alternator (See page 16-10).
2. Leave vehicle under load test condition and idle the engine. Measure battery voltage with digital
multimeter.
Load test condition:
ï‚· Set headlight to high beam;
ï‚· Turn on blower and adjust blower speed to the highest;
ï‚· Turn on "A/C" switch;
ï‚· Turn cold and hot switch to adjust temperature of outlet to the highest.
Standard voltage: 14.1 - 14.7 V
If result is not as specified, replace alternator (See page 16-10).
Symptom Suspected Area See page
Charging system warning light comes on
after engine starts
Alternator
16-10
Instrument cluster 38-42
Wire harness -
Noises are heard from alternator after
engine starts
Fixing bolt (loose)
16-4
Accessory drive belt (misaligned, loose or
fault)
07-23
Alternator 16-10
ï‚· If charging system warning light comes on, the charging system may have a malfunction.
ï‚· If noises are heard from alternator or generating capacity is extremely high or low, repair or replace the
alternator.