TM 5-2420-231-23-1
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Table 1. Alternator Does Not Charge or Alternator Charging Indicator Fault - Continued.
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MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
5. Position boot (Figure 7, Item 1)
Battery Cable Connection at
Alternator Does Not Charge
Alternator OK - Proceed to Test Step 4.
aside and inspect battery cable
or Alternator Charging
(Figure 7, Item 2) at the alternator
Battery Cable Connection at
Indicator Fault - Continued
for the following:
Alternator Loose/Dirty - Clean and
tighten all connections as required (WP
a. frays
0153).
b. corrosion
Proceed to Test Step 8.
c. loose connections
Battery Cable Connection at
d. damage
Alternator Frayed or Damaged -
Replace battery cables from alternator
(WP 0158).
Proceed to Test Step 8.
Figure 7. Battery Cable at Alternator.
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Test Step 4. Verify That Alternator Is
Charging.
1. Partially drain batteries for approxi-
mately 10 minutes by operating
the cab accessories and lights with
ignition switch in the on position
(TM 5-2420-231-10).
2. Install a clampmeter (Figure 8,
Item 2) on the battery cable (Fig-
ure 8, Item 1) at the alternator.
