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Charging and Starting System: Other Saab 9-4X I

Charging System ~4509 words

Battery Usage

ApplicationSpecification
Cold Cranking Amperage (CCA)730 A
Amp Hours70 A/H

Generator Usage

ApplicationSpecification
Generator ModelFG15
Rated Output150 Amps
Load Test Output108 Amps

Battery Low Start Vehicle Message

The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the positive voltage of the battery to determine its charge state. If one or more of the BCM battery's voltage terminals measure less than approx. 11.6 V compared to the BCM ground circuits, this message is shown and four dinging signals sound. Start the vehicle immediately. If the engine is not started and the battery continues to discharge, the climate control system, heated seats and audio systems will shut off and the vehicle may require a jump start. These systems will function again after the vehicle is started.

Battery Ratings

A battery has 2 ratings

  1. Cold cranking amperage
  2. Amp hours

When a battery is replaced use a battery with similar ratings. Refer to the battery specification label on the original battery or refer to BATTERY USAGE .

Amp Hours

The amp hour rating tells you how much amperage is available when discharged evenly over a 20-hour period. The amp hour rating is cumulative, so in order to know how many constant amps the battery will output for 20 hours, you have to divide the amp hour rating by 20. Example: If a battery has an amp hour rating of 74, dividing by 20 = 3.75. Such a battery can carry a 3.75 A load for 20 hours before dropping to 10.5 V (10.5 V is the fully discharged level, at which point the battery needs to be recharged). A battery with an amp hour rating of 55 will carry a 2.75 A load for 20 hours before dropping to 10.5 V.

Cold cranking amperage

The cold cranking amperage is an indication of the ability of the battery to crank the engine at cold temperatures. The current when cold starting is the lowest current in amperes that the battery must maintain for 30 seconds at -18°C(0°F) while holding a voltage of 7.2 V. See BATTERY USAGE for the current strength of this car during cold start.

Generator

The generator is a serviceable component. If there is a diagnosed failure of the generator it must be replaced as an assembly. The engine drive belt drives the generator. When the rotor is spun it induces an alternating current (AC) into the stator windings. The AC voltage is then sent through a series of diodes for rectification. The rectified voltage has been converted into a direct current (DC) for use by the vehicles electrical system to maintain electrical loads and the battery charge. The voltage regulator integral to the generator controls the output of the generator. It is not serviceable. The voltage regulator controls the amount of current provided to the rotor. If the generator has field control circuit failure, the generator defaults to an output voltage of 13.8 V.

Body Control Module (BCM)

The body control module (BCM) is a GMLAN device. It communicates with the engine control module (ECM) and the instrument panel cluster for electrical power management (electrical power management) operation. The BCM determines the output of the alternator and sends the information to the ECM for control of the alternator turn on signal circuit. It monitors the generator field duty cycle signal circuit information sent from the ECM for control of the generator. It monitors a battery current sensor, the battery positive voltage circuit, and estimated battery temperature to determine battery state of charge. The BCM performs idle boost.

Battery Current Sensor

The battery current sensor is a serviceable component that is connected to the negative battery cable at the battery. The battery current sensor is a 3-wire hall effect current sensor. The battery current sensor monitors the battery current. It feeds it directly to the BCM. It creates a 5-volt pulse width modulation (PWM) signal of 128 Hz with a pulse length of 0-100 percent. Normal duty cycle is between 5-95 percent. Between 0-5 percent and 95-100 percent are for diagnostic purposes.

Engine Control Module (ECM)

When the engine is running, the generator turn-on signal is sent to the generator from the ECM, turning on the generator. The generator's voltage regulator controls current to the rotor, thereby controlling the output voltage. The rotor current is proportional to the electrical pulse width supplied by the regulator. When the engine is started, the regulator senses generator rotation by detecting AC voltage at the stator through an internal wire. Once the engine is running, the regulator varies the field current by controlling the pulse width. This regulates the generator output voltage for proper battery charging and electrical system operation. The generator field duty terminal is connected internally to the voltage regulator and externally to the ECM. When the voltage regulator detects a charging system problem, it grounds this circuit to signal the ECM that a problem exists. The ECM monitors the generator field duty cycle signal circuit, and receives control decisions based on information from the BCM.

Instrument Panel Cluster

The instrument panel cluster provides the customer notification in case a concern with the charging system. There are 2 means of notification, a charge indicator and a driver information center message of SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM if equipped.

Battery Sulfation Mode

The BCM will enter this mode when the interpreted generator output voltage is less than 13.2 V for 45 minutes. When this condition exists the BCM will enter Charge Mode for 2-3 minutes. The BCM will then determine which mode to enter depending on voltage requirements.

Charge Mode

The BCM will enter Charge Mode when ever one of the following conditions are met.

  1. The wipers are ON for than 3 seconds.
  2. GMLAN (Climate Control Voltage Boost Mode Request) is true, as sensed by the HVAC control head. High speed cooling fan, rear defogger and HVAC high speed blower operation can cause the BCM to enter the Charge Mode.
  3. The estimated battery temperature is less than 0°C (32°F).
  4. Battery State of Charge is less than 80 percent.
  5. Vehicle speed is greater than 145 km/h (90 mph)
  6. Current sensor fault exists.
  7. System voltage was determined to be below 12.56 V

When any one of these conditions is met, the system will set targeted generator output voltage to a charging voltage between 13.9-15.5 V, depending on the battery state of charge and estimated battery temperature.

Fuel Economy Mode

The BCM will enter Fuel Economy Mode when the estimated battery temperature is at least 0°C (32°F) but less than or equal to 80°C (176°F), the calculated battery current is less than 15 amperes and greater than -8 amperes, and the battery state-of-charge is greater than or equal to 80 percent. Its targeted generator output voltage is the open circuit voltage of the battery and can be between 12.5-13.1 V. The BCM will exit this mode and enter Charge Mode when any of the conditions described above are present.

Headlamp Mode

The BCM will enter headlamp mode whenever the headlamps are ON (main or dipped beam). Voltage is regulated between 13.9 and 14.5 V.

Start Up Mode

When the engine is started the BCM sets a targeted generator output voltage of 14.5 V for 30 seconds.

Voltage Reduction Mode

The BCM will enter Voltage Reduction Mode if the calculated outside air temperature is higher than 0°C (32°F), the calculated battery current is less than 1 ampere and greater than -7 ampere and the alternator field duty cycle is less than 99 percent. Its targeted generator output voltage is 12.9 V. The BCM will exit this mode once the criteria are met for Charge Mode.

Display messages: BATTERY NOT CHARGING SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM or SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM

The BCM and the ECM will send serial data to the driver information center for the BATTERY NOT CHARGING SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM message to be displayed. It is commanded ON when a charging system DTC is a current DTC. The message is turned OFF when the conditions for clearing the DTC have been met.

Electrical Power Management

The electrical power management is used to monitor and control the charging system and alert the driver of possible problems within the charging system. The electrical power management system makes the most efficient use of the generator output, improves the battery state-of-charge, extends battery life, and manages system electrical loads.

The "load shed" operation is a means of reducing electrical loads during a low voltage or low battery state-of-charge condition.

The "idle boost operation" is a means of improving generator performance during a low voltage or low battery state-of-charge condition.

Each electrical power management function, either idle boost or load shed, is discrete. No two functions are active at the same time. Idle boost is activated in incremental steps, idle boost 1 must be active before idle boost 2 can be active. The criteria used by the body control module (BCM) to regulate electrical power management are outlined below

FeatureBattery Temperature CalculationBattery Voltage CalculationAmp-Hour CalculationAction Taken
Idle Boost 1 StartLess Than -15° C (5°F)Less Than 13 VFirst level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 1 StartBattery has a net loss greater than 0.6 AHFirst level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 1 StartLess Than 10.9 VFirst level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 1 EndGreater Than - 15°C (5°F)Greater Than - 12 VBattery has a net loss less than 0.2 AHFirst level Idle boost request cancelled
Load Shed 1 StartBattery has a net loss of 4 AHRear Defrost, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats cycled OFF for 20% of their cycle
Load Shed 1 StartLess Than 10.9 VRear Defrost, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats cycled OFF for 20% of their cycle
Load Shed 1 EndGreater Than 12 VBattery has a net loss of less than 2 AHClear Load Shed 1
Idle Boost 2 StartBattery has a net loss greater than 1.6 AHSecond level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 2 StartLess Than 10.9 VSecond level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 2 EndGreater Than 12 VBattery has a net loss less than 0.8 AHSecond level Idle boost request cancelled
Idle Boost 3 StartBattery has a net loss of 10.0 AHThird level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 3 StartLess Than 10.9 VThird level Idle boost requested
Idle Boost 3 EndGreater Than 12 VBattery has a net loss of less than 6.0 AHThird level Idle boost request cancelled
Load Shed 2 StartLess Than 10.9 VBattery has a net loss greater than 12 AHRear Defrost, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats cycled OFF for 50% of their cycle. The BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE message will be displayed on the DIC
Load Shed 2 StartLess Than 10.9 VRear Defrost, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats cycled OFF for 50% of their cycle. The BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE message will be displayed on the DIC
Load Shed 2 EndGreater Than 12.6 VBattery has a net loss of less than 10.5 AHClear Load Shed 2
Load Shed 3 StartLess Than 11.9 VBattery has a net loss greater than 20 AHRear Defrost, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats cycled OFF for 100% of their cycle. The BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE message will be displayed on the DIC
Load Shed 3 EndGreater Than 12.6 VBattery has a net loss of less than 15 AHClear Load Shed 3

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Ignition OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The battery voltage should stabilize between 12.4 and 12.8 V within a few minutes of turning the ignition OFF.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to «BATTERY INSPECTION/TEST»(ref-652241-S10109234482014082300000) .
  3. Engine running, accessories OFF. Measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be at least 1 V greater than the voltage measured in step 1 but less than 15 V.
  4. If not within the specified range, refer to «CHARGING SYSTEM TEST»(ref-652241-S35909896802014082300000) .
  5. Observe the appropriate module scan tool B+ and ignition voltage parameters. The voltage readings should be within 1 V of the battery voltage.

Repair Instructions

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES for control module replacement, programming and setup

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S23815488962014082300000) or «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S38720002982014082300000)
  2. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Before replacing the C1 battery perform the BATTERY INSPECTION/TEST .

  1. Circuit Testing
  2. Connector Repairs
  3. Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
  4. Wiring Repairs

Ignition ON; check that no system voltage DTCs are generated.

If a DTC is generated, go to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST - VEHICLE .

After completing the diagnostics procedure, carry out DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION .

CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES for control module replacement, installation and programming

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Refer to BATTERY ELECTRICAL DRAIN/PARASITIC LOAD TEST .

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «RELAY REPLACEMENT (ATTACHED TO WIRE HARNESS)»(ref-652238-S26621542932014082300000) or «RELAY REPLACEMENT (WITHIN AN ELECTRICAL CENTER)»(ref-652238-S18364947252014082300000)
  2. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for ECM replacement, setup, and programming
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

LAU Engine

  1. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the G13 generator B+ terminal A X2 and ground.
  2. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the G13 generator.
  4. Ignition ON, test for less than 1 V between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
  6. Engine running, test for greater than 3.5 V between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
  7. If less than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
  8. If the circuit tests normal, replace the G13 generator.

LF1 Engine

  1. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the G13 generator B+ terminal A X2 and ground.
  2. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the G13 generator.
  4. Ignition ON, test for 4.5-5.5 V between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 ECM.
  6. If less than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal replace the K20 ECM.
  7. If the circuits test normal, replace the G13 generator.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S16608969612014082300000) «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S31046324612014082300000)
  2. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for ECM replacement, setup, and programming
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Engine running, observe the scan tool GEN-F Terminal Signal Circuit parameter. The GEN-F Terminal Signal Circuit parameter should display between 5-99 percent.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S16608969612014082300000) or «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S31046324612014082300000)
  2. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for ECM replacement, setup, and programming
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Engine running, observe the scan tool Generator F-Terminal Signal Circuit parameter. The Generator F-Terminal Signal Circuit parameter should display between 5-99%.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S16608969612014082300000) or «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S31046324612014082300000)
  2. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for ECM replacement, setup and programming

Symptoms - Engine Electrical

Note. The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.

  1. Perform «DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - VEHICLE»(ref-652232-S33658475782014082300000) before using the Symptom Tables in order to verify that all of the following are true: There are no DTCs set. The control modules can communicate via the serial data link.
  2. Review the system descriptions and operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to one of the following system operations: «BATTERY DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»(ref-652241-S14592534152014082300000) «CHARGING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»(ref-652241-S11028534222014082300000) «ELECTRICAL POWER MANAGEMENT DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»(ref-652241-S04605904532014082300000) «STARTING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»(ref-652241-S38664392622014082300000)

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS .

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S23815488962014082300000) or «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S38720002982014082300000)
  2. «BATTERY REPLACEMENT»(ref-652241-S01481536882014082300000)

Battery State of Charge

Note. Using voltage to determine the batteries state of charge is only accurate after the battery has been at rest for 24 hours. This is enough time for the acid in each cell to equalize. If the battery has been charged or discharged in the past 24 hours, the battery state of charge will only be an estimate.

The maintenance-free batteries state of charge is estimated by reading the voltage of the battery across the battery terminals. Because the voltage is affected by current flow into or out of the battery, the engine must be stopped and all electrical loads turned OFF, including parasitic loads, when checking the voltage. The voltage can also be affected if the battery has just been charged or discharged, so it is important to consider what has happened to the battery in the time just before testing. Use the following procedure to determine the batteries state of charge

  1. Be sure all electrical loads are turned OFF.
  2. Determine whether the battery has been used in a vehicle or charged within the past 12 hours. If the answer is no, the terminal voltage will be stabilized and no action is necessary before reading the voltage. Skip to step 3. If the answer is yes, terminal voltage will not be stabilized and you should wait 12 hours since the last time the battery was used.
  3. Estimate the battery temperature by determining the average temperature to which the battery has been exposed for the past 12 hours.
  4. NOTE: The table is accurate to 10 percent only after the battery has been at rest for 12 hours. Measure the battery voltage at the battery terminals. Refer to the following table to determine the state of charge according to the estimated battery temperature
Battery Voltage% Charge at 0°C (32° F)% Charge at 25°C (75° F)
12.75 V100%100%
12.7 V100%90%
12.6 V90%75%
12.45 V75%65%
12.2 V65%45%
12.0 V40%20%

Use the state of charge information as follows: Note

  1. A battery with a state of charge that is below 65 percent must always be recharged before returning it to service or continuing storage.
  2. A battery with a state of charge that is 65 percent or greater is generally considered to be charged enough in order to be returned to normal service or in order to continue storage. However, if the battery is being used in slow traffic or with short drive times, or if the temperature is very hot or very cold, the battery should be fully charged, to at least 90 percent, before returning it to service or continuing storage.

Charging Time Required

The time required to charge a battery will vary depending upon the following factors

  1. The battery charger capacity-The higher the charger amperage, the less time it will take to charge the battery.
  2. The state of charge of the battery-A completely discharged battery requires more than twice as much charging time as a half charged battery. In a discharged battery with a voltage below 11 V, the battery has a very high internal resistance and may only accept a very low current at first. Later, as the charging current causes the acid content to increase in the electrolyte, the charging current will increase. Extremely discharged batteries may not activate the reversed voltage protection in some chargers. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for operating this circuitry.
  3. The temperature of the battery-The colder the battery is, the more time it takes to recharge the battery. The charging current accepted by a cold battery is very low at first. As the battery warms, the charging current will increase.

Charging Procedure

WARNINGTurn OFF the ignition when connecting or disconnecting the battery cables, the battery charger or the jumper cables. Failure to do so may damage the ECM/PCM or other electronic components.

Refer to CAUTION: RETAINER .

When charging side-terminal batteries with the battery cables connected, connect the charger to the positive cable bolt and to a ground located away from the battery. When charging side-terminal batteries with the battery cables disconnected, install the battery side terminal adapters and connect the charger to the adapters.

Tighten

Tighten the battery side terminal adapters to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).

Use the following procedure to charge the battery

  1. Turn OFF the charger.
  2. Ensure that all of the battery terminal connections are clean and tight.
  3. Connect the charger positive lead to the battery positive terminal on the battery or the remote jumper stud underhood.
  4. WARNING: Do not connect the negative charger lead to the housings of other vehicle electrical accessories or equipment. The action of the battery charger may damage such equipment. Connect the negative charger lead to a solid engine ground or to a ground stud in the engine compartment that is connected directly to the battery negative terminal, but away from the battery. If the negative battery cable is disconnected and a terminal adapter is being used, connect directly to the adapter.
  5. Turn ON the charger and set to the highest setting for normal charging.
  6. Inspect the battery every half hour after starting the battery charger. Charge the battery until the taper-rate charger indicates that the battery is fully charged. Estimate the battery temperature by feeling the side of the battery. If it feels hot to the touch or its temperature is over 45°C (125°F), discontinue charging. Allow the battery to cool before resuming.
  7. After charging, test the battery. Refer to «BATTERY INSPECTION/TEST»(ref-652241-S10109234482014082300000) .

12 V Battery

The following procedure is for the 12 V battery only.

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  3. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Note. Most vehicle systems will go to sleep within 30 minutes but it can take up to 2 hours before all systems power down allowing the parasitic draw test to pass. An occasional increase in the parasitic draw is normal as long as it returns within 1 second. Closing the door latches/ajar switch while leaving the doors open is recommended, this allows the vehicle systems to perform in a "doors closed" mode while allowing vehicle interior access that may be needed to complete the diagnostic steps. Locked doors activate the car's anti-theft alarm (if installed). If the anti-theft alarm is not activated, a fault in this system may remain undetected during the test. There are many things that can prevent the vehicle from completely going to sleep and passing the parasitic draw test. Make sure all the conditions listed below are met before performing the parasitic current draw test. Ignition OFF Key out of the ignition switch - when not equipped with keyless access and start Retained Accessory Power RAP OFF - open and close the driver door after ignition OFF Scan tool not communicating with a vehicle control module - in some cases it may need to be disconnected from the DLC All access doors closed Headlamps OFF - auto headlamps disabled Any delay lighting OFF If equipped with an under hood lamp disable it HVAC after blow OFF Any accessory that can work with ignition OFF inactive or OFF Wait up to 2 minutes or longer, after all other listed conditions are met

Using an Inductive Pickup Probe

  1. Connect an inductive pickup probe to the negative battery cable that can read down to 1 mA.
  2. Ignition OFF, as the vehicle systems shut down test for less than 30 mA of parasitic current drain.
  3. If greater than the specified range, refer to «CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING»(ref-652241-S39997744562014082300000) .

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES for control module replacement, programming and setup

  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)

Engine running, observe the charge indicator on the instrument cluster or message in the driver information center display. The charge indicator on the instrument cluster should be turned OFF and the driver information center display should not display any charging system message.

Perform The DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LAU) or GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LF1)

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) for the 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L and 3.6L engines
  2. «DRIVE BELT TENSIONER REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S19398164022014082300000) for the 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L and 3.6L engines
  3. «DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) for the 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L and 3.6L engines
  4. «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S16608969612014082300000) or «GENERATOR REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S31046324612014082300000)
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)
  1. Ignition ON, verify that no ignition, starter relay, brake pedal position sensor, theft deterrent, or automatic transmission DTCs are set that would cause the ECM to disable engine starting.
  2. If DTCs are set, refer to «DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST - VEHICLE»(ref-652232-S23450649802014082300000) .
  3. Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BCM Push Button Ignition Switch parameter. Place the ignition switch in the crank position, the parameter should display Active.
  4. If not the specified value, refer to «POWER MODE MISMATCH»(ref-652238-S24981665222014082300000) .
  5. Transmission range selector in park, verify the scan tool Transmission Control Module (TCM) Internal Mode Switch parameter displays Park.
  6. If the TCM Internal Mode Switch parameter does not indicate Park, refer to «TRANSMISSION INTERNAL MODE SWITCH LOGIC»(ref-652244-S33380499702014082300000) .
  7. Transmission range selector in park or neutral attempt to start the vehicle. The crank relay should click and the engine should begin cranking.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «MANUAL SHIFT DETENT LEVER WITH SHAFT POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(ref-652244-S42315926812014082300000)
  2. «RELAY REPLACEMENT (ATTACHED TO WIRE HARNESS)»(ref-652238-S26621542932014082300000) or «RELAY REPLACEMENT (WITHIN AN ELECTRICAL CENTER)»(ref-652238-S18364947252014082300000)
  3. «CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES»(ref-652232-S11179918262014082300000) for ECM replacement, programming and setup
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)
  1. Ignition OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.0-15.0 V.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to «BATTERY CHARGING»(ref-652241-S29178702572014082300000) .
  3. Remove the drive belts. Refer to «DRIVE BELT TENSIONER REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S19398164022014082300000) , «DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) or «DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) .
  4. Set the S39 ignition switch to the RUN position.
  5. If the engine cranks, inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, seized engine, or seized generator, etc.
  6. If the engine does not crank, refer to «ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK - CRANKSHAFT WILL NOT ROTATE»(ref-652231-S25189203462014082300000) .
  7. Test for less than 0.5 V between the positive battery cable and terminal A X2 at the M64 starter motor as the S39 ignition switch is placed to the START position.
  8. If greater than the specified value, replace the positive battery cable.
  9. Test for less than 0.5 V between the negative battery cable and the starter motor case as the S39 ignition switch is placed to the START position.
  10. If greater than the specified value, replace the negative battery cable.
  11. If all circuits test normal, replace the M64 starter motor.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S23815488962014082300000)
  2. «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S38720002982014082300000)
  3. «Starter Motor Replacement (LAU)»(ref-652241-S14690624992014082300000)
  4. «Starter Motor Replacement (LF1)»(ref-652241-S08189275452014082300000) .
  1. «CIRCUIT TESTING»(ref-652238-S32451086822014082300000)
  2. «CONNECTOR REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S24409892572014082300000)
  3. «TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS AND POOR CONNECTIONS»(ref-652238-S35849067632014082300000)
  4. «WIRING REPAIRS»(ref-652238-S13433242552014082300000)
  1. Ignition OFF, measure and record the battery voltage at the battery terminals. The voltage should be between 12.0-15.0 V.
  2. If not within the specified range, refer to «BATTERY CHARGING»(ref-652241-S29178702572014082300000) .
  3. Remove the drive belts. Refer to «DRIVE BELT TENSIONER REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S19398164022014082300000) , «DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEY REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) or «DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT»(ref-652231-S13574774562014082300000) .
  4. Set the S39 ignition switch to the RUN position.
  5. If the engine cranks normal, inspect the engine and belt drive system for mechanical binding, seized engine, or seized generator, etc.
  6. Test for less than 0.5 V between the positive battery cable and terminal A X2 at the M64 starter motor as the S39 ignition switch is placed to the START position.
  7. If greater than the specified value, replace the positive battery cable.
  8. Test for less than 0.5 V between the negative battery cable and the starter motor case as the S39 ignition switch is placed to the RUN position.
  9. If greater than the specified value, replace the negative battery cable.
  10. If all circuits test normal, replace the M64 starter motor.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S23815488962014082300000) or «BATTERY POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S38720002982014082300000)
  2. «Starter Motor Replacement (LAU)»(ref-652241-S14690624992014082300000) or «Starter Motor Replacement (LF1)»(ref-652241-S08189275452014082300000) .

Start the engine. Listen to the starter noise while the engine is cranking. Compare the concern to a similar vehicle.

Perform the DIAGNOSTIC REPAIR VERIFICATION after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «ENGINE FLYWHEEL REMOVAL»(ref-652231-S26795934712014082300000)
  2. «STARTER REPLACEMENT (LAU)»(ref-652241-S14690624992014082300000) or «STARTER REPLACEMENT (LF1)»(ref-652241-S08189275452014082300000)

Time studies - Charging system, drive belts

Object code - IDDescriptionConditionModel yearCorrectionTime (hrs)
31111-01Battery2011050.3
31111-02Battery2011011.2
31112-01Cable, battery starter motorBattery Positive Fuse Block Cable Replacement2011010.7
31112-02Cable, battery starter motorBattery Positive and Negative Cable Replacement (LAU)2011013.8
31112-03Cable, battery starter motorAuxiliary Battery Positive Cable Replacement2011013.8
31112-04Cable, battery starter motorCharging/Starting/Battery Wiring and/or Connector Repair or Replacement2011010.5
31113-01Cable, battery ground2011013.8
31113-02Cable, battery groundAuxiliary Battery Negative Cable Replacement2011013.8
31113-03Cable, battery groundPower and Grounds Distribution Wiring and/or Connector Repair or Replacement2011010.5
32101-01Alternator, comp.2011011.4
32170-01Belt tensioner, comp.2011011.8
32186-01Tensioning roller2011011.7
32186-02Tensioning roller2011011.8

Correction

  1. 01 - Replacement
  2. 02 - Removal - Refit
  3. 03 - Renovate
  4. 04 - Paint
  5. 05 - Adjust
  6. 06 - Change comp. unit
  7. 07 - Lubricate - Clean - Polish
  8. 08 - Check/Fault search
  9. 09 - Expose
  10. 10 - Install new
  11. 11 - Transfer

Time studies - Starter motor

Object code - IDDescriptionModel yearCorrectionTime (hrs)
33101-01Starter motor, comp.201101020.7
  1. 01 - Replacement
  2. 02 - Removal - Refit
  3. 03 - Renovate
  4. 04 - Paint
  5. 05 - Adjust
  6. 06 - Change comp. unit
  7. 07 - Lubricate - Clean - Polish
  8. 08 - Check/Fault search
  9. 09 - Expose
  10. 10 - Install new
  11. 11 - Transfer