Charging System: Testing and Inspection

Charging System: Trouble Diagnoses: With IC Regulator:

Before conducting a generator test, make sure that the battery is fully charged. A 30-volt voltmeter and suitable test probes are necessary for the test. The generator can be checked easily by referring to the inspection Table.
Before starting diagnoses, inspect the fusible link.

Fig. 3 Grounding ``F'' Terminal At Rear Of Alternator:

1. Use fully charged battery.
2. Light:Charge warning light
G.C.G.:Alternator parts except IC regulator
IC-RG:IC regulator
O.K.:IC-alternator is in good condition.
3. When reaching "Damaged G.C.G.", remove generator from vehicle and disassemble, inspect and correct or replace faulty parts.
4. *Method of grounding F terminal (HITACHI make only).

Gasoline engine model
Contact tip of wire with brush and attach wire to generator body.
5. Terminals "S", "L", "B" and "E" are marked on rear cover of generator.