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Fault-Tracing Information






Fault-tracing

Checking components and wiring




- Ignition off
Make sure that the air intake and/or outlet of the alternator is not blocked.

Hint: The function of the alternator can be checked by performing Quick test of the alternator function under VIDA/VEHICLE COMMUNICATION/CEM/Advanced/General. If the diagnostic trouble code recurs after operation, try a new alternator.

Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Hint: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.








- Ignition off
- Reconnect the connectors, components, etc.
- Start the engine.
- Read the diagnostic status and fault status for the diagnostic trouble code by selecting the diagnostic trouble code in the list.
Increase the engine speed a few times until the scan is "Implemented".
Check the fault status for the diagnostic trouble code when the scan is "Implemented". When the function is correct the fault status should be "No fault found" when the scan is implemented.





Is the function OK?

Yes - VERIFIED

No - VERIFICATION FAILED

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VERIFIED - FAULT FOUND

VERIFICATION FAILED - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - Exit fault-tracing

No - Attempt New Test

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Attempt New Test - Checking components and wiring

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