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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2009CANYON 4D PICKUP, 2.9 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESCHARGING SYSTEM TESTCIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9
Circuit/System Testing
2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9SECTION Circuit/System Testing
- Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the generator B+ and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. (NOTE) some vehicles use a maxi fuse or a fuseable link for this circuit, this circuit must be tested before diagnosing any charging system issues.
- Ignition ON, verify that no generator or battery current sensor DTCs are set that would cause a charging system concern.
- If DTCs are set, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle .
- Ignition OFF, measure the voltage across the battery terminals. The voltage should read 12.0 V or greater at room temperature.
- If not within specified value, refer to Battery Inspection/Test .
- Connect a carbon pile tester to the battery.
- Start the engine and increase the engine speed to 2,500 RPM. Observe the voltage reading on the tester. The voltage should read between 12.6-15.0 V.
- If not within specified range, replace the generator.
- Adjust the carbon pile tester to the specified load test output value, refer to Generator Usage .
- If not within specified value, replace the generator.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.