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2E20

2E20 - P325A

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
2E20 - P325A

Fault text
Generator, plausibility: electric

Fault description
Alternator, plausibility, electrical: Calculated

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The error is recognized when the voltage in the vehicle
electrical system is less than 11 V and the specified
alternator voltage is greater than 14 V.
Terminal condition: Terminal 15
Voltage condition:
Alternator specified voltage for min. 5 sec.: high electrical
system voltage +1.0 V or greater than 14 V

Condition for fault memory entry
25.5 sec.

Action in service
- Check positive wire for correct installation
- Check ground wire for correct installation
- Check battery
- If the IMIB is available, perform an alternator test
- If no IMIB is available, replace alternator

Fault effect and breakdown warning
None
- Charge indicator lamp lights up
- Breakdown in extreme cases

Driver information
Warning light:
none

Service instruction
Can occur during vehicle servicing when external power
source is connected, etc.