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Trouble Code Explanation

  1. See CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE CODES  for list of charging related faults.
  2. Code 12 will set if battery feed to logic module has been disconnected within last 50-100 starts. Logic module monitors this circuit whenever the ignition key is on.
  3. Code 41 will set if the alternator field control fails to switch properly. Logic module monitors this circuit whenever the ignition key is on.
  4. If battery sense voltage is more than one volt above desired control voltage for more than 20 seconds, a Code 46 will be set in memory. Logic module monitors this signal whenever the engine is running.
  5. If battery sense voltage is more than one volt below desired control voltage for more than 20 seconds and no significant change in voltage is detected during active test of alternator, a Code 47 will be set. Logic module monitors this signal whenever engine RPM is more than 1500 RPM.
CHARGING SYSTEM TROUBLE CODES

Code Circuit Check Engine Light
12 Battery Feed to Logic Module No
41 (1) Alternator Field Control Yes
46 (1) High Battery Voltage Yes
47 (1) Low Battery Voltage No
55 End of Diagnostic Mode No
(1) This code will cause limp-in mode.
NOTE: Only charging system related codes are listed here. For engine related codes, see ENGINE PERFORMANCE. For cruise control related codes, see ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.