ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6-7
CHARGING SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
Battery runs down quickly
Step 1
1) Check accessories which use excessive amounts of electricity.
Are accessories being installed?
Step 2
1) Check the battery for current leaks. (6-8)
Is the battery current leaks OK?
Step 3
1) Measure the regulated voltage between the battery terminals. (6-9)
Is the regulated voltage OK?
Step 4
1) Measure the resistance of the generator coil. (6-9)
Is the resistance of generator coil OK?
YES Remove accessories.
NO Go to Step 2.
YES Go to Step 3.
NO
• Short circuit of wiring harness.
• Faulty electrical equipment.
YES
• Faulty battery.
• Abnormal driving condition.
NO Go to Step 4.
YES Go to Step 5.
NO
• Faulty generator coil.
• Disconnected lead wires.
Generator
Regulator/rectifier
Ignition
switch
Load
Fuse
10A
Battery
B/W
RW/R
W/R R/W
B/W
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