Title: Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.
Course: Automotive Technology II (20104-II) > Section: Electrical/Electronic Systems: Charging System

Procedure should include

- conducting a visual inspection of terminals, alternator, junction block, or battery
- performing positive- and negative-side voltage drop tests.

ASE Education Foundation
2017 Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) Level
VI. Electrical/Electronic Systems
D. Charging System
Task 4

Process/Skill Questions:

- How should a voltage drop test on an alternator be performed?
- What is maximum voltage drop across the cable?
- What is the result of excessive voltage drop?