Starter System Test; Starter System Test Results - Midtronics MDX-655 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT: Before starting the test, inspect the alternator drive belt. A belt
that is glazed or worn, or lacks the proper tension, will prevent the en-
gine from achieving the rpm levels needed for the test.
Once you have completed an in-vehicle test, the display alternates between
the battery test results and the message PRESS  FOR STARTER TEST.
1. Press the ENTER ( ) button to proceed with the starter test.
2. Start the engine when prompted.
3. The tester displays the
and cranking time in milliseconds.

Starter System Test Results

Decision
CRANKING NORMAL
LOW VOLTAGE
CHARGE BATTERY
REPLACE BATTERY
NO START
CRANKING SKIPPED
4. Press the ENTER ( ) button to proceed with the charging system test, BACK/
PRINT button to print the test results, MENU to return to the Options Menu.
NOTE: For an in-vehicle test, the display alternates between the test results
and the message "PRESS  FOR CHARGING TEST.
See "Maintenence & Troubleshooting" in this manual for more information
about the printer.

Starter System Test

decision on the starter
The starter voltage is normal and the battery is
fully charged.
The starter voltage is low and the battery is fully
charged.
The starter voltage is low and the battery is
discharged. Fully charge the battery and repeat
the starter system test.
Battery must be replaced before the starting
system can be tested.
No vehicle start detected.
A start was not detected.
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