1997 Lexus SC 400FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Generator Output

  1. Connect charging system test equipment as described in manufacturer's instructions. Check charging system output voltage at 2000 RPM. If output voltage is high, replace voltage regulator and retest. If output voltage is low, go to next step. If output voltage is correct, go to step 3). See GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS  table.
  2. If output voltage is low, by-pass regulator (full field generator) by grounding terminal "F" at back of generator. See Fig 1. Recheck charging system output voltage. If voltage now exceeds output voltage specified in GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS  table, replace regulator and recheck. If output voltage is still incorrect, repair or replace generator.
  3. With engine at 2000 RPM, place the heater blower switch on highest setting and turn on headlights (high beam). Ammeter reading should be 30 amps or more. If amperage output is incorrect, repair or replace generator.
GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS (1)

Application Amps Volts
SC400 10 Or Less 13.7-14.7
(1) Measured at 77°F (25°C) and 2000 RPM.
Fig 1: Full Fielding Generator
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