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