8. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITHOUT LOAD
HINT:
If a battery/generator tester is available, connect the tester to
the charging circuit as per manufacturer’s instructions.
(a) If a tester is not available, connect a voltmeter and amme-
ter to the charging circuit as follows:
(1) Disconnect the wire from terminal B of the genera-
tor, and connect it to the negative (–) tester probe
of the ammeter.
(2) Connect the positive (+) tester probe of the amme-
ter to terminal B of the generator.
(3) Connect the positive (+) tester probe of the voltme-
ter to terminal B of the generator.
(4) Ground the negative (–) tester probe of the voltme-
ter.
(b) Check the charging circuit as follows:
With the engine running from idling to 2,000 rpm, check
the reading on the ammeter and voltmeter.
Standard amperage: 10 A or less
Standard voltage: 13.5 – 15.1 V
If the voltmeter reading is more than standard voltage, replace
the voltage regulator.
9. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITH LOAD
(a) With the engine running at 2,000 rpm, turn on the high
beam headlights and place the heater blower switch at
”HI”.
(b) Check the reading on the ammeter.
Standard amperage: 30 A or more