Automotive Technology/Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
- Diagnose charging system problems that cause a no charge, a low charge, or an over-charge condition; determine needed repairs.
- Inspect, reinstall and/or replace pulleys, tensioners and drive belts; adjust belts and check alignment.
- Perform charging system voltage output test; determine needed repairs.
- Perform charging system current output test; determine needed repairs.
- Inspect and test generator (alternator) control components including computers/regulators; determine needed repairs.
- Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine needed repairs.
- Inspect, test, repair and/or replace connectors and wires of charging system circuits.
- Remove, inspect, and replace generator (alternator).