FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Faulty






Faulty

Checking the component




- Ignition off.
Check the auxiliaries belt and belt tensioner. Check for damage.
Check the function of the generator (GEN) freewheel. In an undamaged freewheel, the generator rotor shaft can only rotate freely in one direction but not the other.
Check that the air ducts for the generator (GEN) are not blocked.

Hint: Another test to check the alternator's function is to perform Quick test of alternator function. Found in VIDA vehicle communication under Central electronic module (CEM).

Hint: If the diagnostic trouble code is stored again after driving, replace the generator (GEN).

Remedy as necessary.





Was a fault detected?

Yes - Fault-tracing information

No - No Fault Found

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
In case of this defect, troubleshooting is not followed by verification.
The information can be displayed again or the fault-tracing for this fault can be interrupted.

Do you want to view the information again?

Yes - Attempt New Test

No - FAULT FOUND

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Attempt New Test - Checking the component

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