Work Flow (With 165-DSS-5000P)

CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH 165-DSS-5000P 

To test the charging system, use the following special service tool:

• 165-DSS-5000P battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer

NOTE: Refer to the applicable Instruction manual for proper charging system diagnosis procedures.

OVERALL SEQUENCE 

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DETAILED FLOW 

NOTE: To ensure a complete and thorough diagnosis, the battery, starter motor and generator test segments must be done as a set from start to finish.

1. PRELIMINARY INSPECTION 
   1. Perform preliminary inspection. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure .

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   GO TO 2.

2. DIAGNOSIS WITH 165-DSS-5000P 
   1. Perform the system test using battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer 165-DSS-5000P. Refer to the applicable instruction manual for proper testing procedures.

   Test result

   CHARGING NORMAL>>

   Charging system is normal and will also show "DIODE RIPPLE" test result.

   NO OUTPUT>>

   GO TO 3.

   LOW OUTPUT>>

   GO TO 8.

   HIGH OUTPUT>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET).

   EXCESSIVE RIPPLE, OPEN PHASE, OPEN DIODE or SHORTED DIODE>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET). Perform "system test" test again using the 165-DSS-5000P battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer to confirm repair.

3. INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IGNITION SWITCH IS ON) 
   1. Ignition switch ON.

   Does the charge warning lamp illuminate?

   YES>>

   GO TO 4.

   NO>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET).

4. INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IDLING) 
   1. Start the engine and run it at idle.

   Does the charge warning lamp turn OFF?

   YES>>

   GO TO 5.

   NO>>

   GO TO 6.

5. INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (ENGINE AT 3, 000 RPM) 
   1. Increase and maintain the engine speed at 3, 000 RPM.

   Does the charge warning lamp remain off?

   YES>>

   GO TO 7.

   NO>>

   GO TO 6.

6. INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY 
   1. Check generator pulley.

   Is generator pulley normal?

   YES>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET).

   NO>>

   Repair as needed.

7. "B" TERMINAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION 
   1. Check "B" terminal circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure  (with PR25DD) or Diagnosis Procedure  (with KR20DDET).

   Is "B" terminal circuit normal?

   YES>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET).

   NO>>

   Repair as needed.

8. "B" TERMINAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION 
   1. Check "B" terminal circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure  (with PR25DD) or Diagnosis Procedure  (with KR20DDET).

   Is "B" terminal circuit normal?

   YES>>

   GO TO 9.

   NO>>

   Repair as needed.

9. INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY 
   1. Check generator pulley.

   Is generator pulley normal?

   YES>>

   Replace generator. Refer to Removal and Installation  (with PR25DD) or Removal and Installation  (with KR20DDET).

   NO>>

   Repair as needed.