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Diagnosis Procedure

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Regarding Wiring Diagram information. Refer to "WIRING DIAGRAM ".

  1. CHECK "L" TERMINAL CONNECTION 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Check if "L" terminal is clean and tight.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: GO TO 2.

      NO: Repair "L" terminal connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Charging system test using EXP-800 NI or GR8-1200 NI (if available). Refer to applicable Instruction Manual for proper testing procedures.

  2. CHECK "L" TERMINAL CIRCUIT (OPEN) 
    1. Disconnect the generator connector.
    2. Apply ground to generator harness connector terminal.
    3. Check condition of the charge warning lamp with the ignition switch in the ON position.
      Generator Ground Condition
      Connector Terminal Ignition switch position Charge warning lamp
      E205 2 ON Illuminate

      Does it illuminate? 

      YES: "L" terminal circuit is normal. Refer to "WORK FLOW (WITH EXP-800 NI OR GR8-1200 NI) " or "WORK FLOW (WITHOUT EXP-800 NI OR GR8-1200 NI) ".

      NO: GO TO 3.

  3. CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY (OPEN CIRCUIT) 
    1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
    2. Disconnect the combination meter connector.
    3. Check continuity between generator harness connector and combination meter harness connector.
      Generator Combination meter Continuity
      Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
      E205 2 M23 45 Yes

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: GO TO 4.

      NO: Repair or replace the harness or connectors.

  4. CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY (OPEN CIRCUIT) 

    Check continuity between combination meter harness connector and fuse block (J/B).

    Combination meter Fuse box (J/B) Continuity
    Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
    M24 24 M4 5P Yes

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 5.

    NO: Repair or replace the harness or connectors.

  5. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT 
    1. Connect the battery cable to the negative terminal.
    2. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector and ground.
      (+) (-) Condition Voltage (Approx.)
      Combination meter
      Connector Terminal
      M24 24 Ground When the ignition switch is in ON position Battery voltage

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: Replace the combination meter. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".

      NO: Repair or replace the harness or connectors.