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Generator On-Vehicle Tests

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CAUTION:
  1. To prevent damage to the generator, do not make the jumper wire connections except as directed.
  2. Do not allow any metal object to come in contact with the housing and the internal diode cooling fins with the key in the ON or OFF positions. A short circuit may result and burn out the diodes.
NOTE:
  1. Battery posts and cable clamps must be clean and tight for accurate meter indications.
  2. Refer to the battery tester manual for complete directions for testing the charging system.
  1. Turn off all of the lamps and the electrical components.
  2. Place the transmission in NEUTRAL and apply the parking brake.
  3. Carry out GENERATOR ON-VEHICLE TESTS - LOAD TEST  and GENERATOR ON-VEHICLE TESTS - NO LOAD TEST  according to the following component tests:
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