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rotate. Otherwise, replace the damaged or smooth belt and re-
test.
√ Check the connection between the generator and the battery.
If the connection is loose or severely corroded, clean or replace
the cable and retest.
The voltage output from the generator to the battery exceeds the
normal limit of the normal voltage regulator.
√ Check to ensure that there is no loose connection and that
the ground electrode is properly connected. If there is no
connection problem, replace the regulator. Most generators
have a built-in voltage regulator, and you must replace the
generator. The external voltage regulator for old vehicles may
only need to be replaced.
Excessive ripple was detected.
√ If one or more diodes in the generator malfunction or the
stator is damaged, these conditions will show that excessive AC
or pulsating current is supplied to the battery.
• Discharge Voltage: When the ignition OFF, engine OFF (Over 20
Minutes), the Discharge Voltage should be around 12V. If the discharge
voltage is lower than 11V, it will be hard to turn the ignition ON. If the
discharge voltage continuously stay under 11V, ii means the battery is
aging and replacement is needed.
• Starting Voltage: During ignition, the voltage will drop to a certain point,
at this minimum point is Starting Voltage (Around 7.5- 9.5V). If the
Starting Voltage continuously stay under 7.5, it means battery capacity
is low and needs to be replaced
• Charging Voltage: When the ignition ON, engine ON. The alternator
will continuously charge the car battery, normally is around 14V
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