Alternator - BOMBARDIER 1980 Shop Manual

SECTION 04
SUB-SECTION 05, (ALTERNATOR)
ALTERNATOR & REGULATOR Elite
Check battery condition
(refer to section 04-04)
BATTERY CHARGING RATE TEST
Connect ammeter to fuse holder of the red cable (between
alternator and battery).
~
To battery
~
To alternator
Ammeter
"' , --"' "
,.., \ "It,.
red
cable
+
WARNING: Before checking output, support rear
of vehicle with a mechanical stand. Ensure that
the track is free of all particles which could be thrown
out while tract is rotating. Keep hands, feet, tools and
clothing clear of track.
Run engine at moderate speed and check output.
Battery condition Output
Diagnosis
A-charged low (less than 5A) normal
B-charged high (above 5A)
refer to
condition B
C-discharged high (above 5A) normal
D-dlscharged
low (less than 5A)
refer to
condition D
Condition B (charged battery. high output):
Disconnect field connectors ass. (plastiC tab hOUSing) on
alternator.
. / F,eld
/ connector ass
~
Output drops off: alternator
IS
OK. Check voltage regula-
tor, repair or replace.
Output continues: alternator
IS
faulty, repair or replace.
Condition D (discharged battery. low output)
Check all connectors, drive belt tension, winng and
connections.
If
problem persists, replace unit.
Check output.
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