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Battery Load Test

1. With the engine running, turn the A/C on (if equipped) the blower motor on high speed and the headlamps on high beam.
2. Increase the engine speed to approximately 2000 rpm. The voltage should increase a minimum of 0.5 volt above the base voltage.
- If the voltage does not increase as specified, perform the Generator On-Vehicle Tests. Generator Testing
- If the voltage increased as specified, the charging system is operating normally. Perform the Field Circuit Drain Test, Field Circuit Drain Test
Battery-Drain Testing Drain Testing
and Battery-Electronic Drains Which Shut Off When the Battery Cable is Disconnected. Electronic Drains Which Shut Off When Battery Is Disconnected