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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20113 MAZDASPEED, 2.3 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 68 (GENERATORS & REGULATORS)ON-VEHICLE TESTINGGENERATOR LOAD TEST
2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3
Generator Load Test
2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Generator Load Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda Tribute, 2003 Mazda Tribute, and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Prior to performing generator testing, turn OFF all electrical components. Place transmission in NEUTRAL, apply parking brake.
- Switch the battery tester to the ammeter function.
- Connect the positive and negative leads of the battery tester to the corresponding battery terminals.
- Connect the current probe to the generator B+ output terminal, circuit (Yellow/White wire).
- With the engine running, turn the A/C on, the blower motor on high speed and the headlights on high beam.
- 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 GENERATOR NO LOAD TEST .
- If the voltage increases as specified, the charging system is operating normally.
- Adjust the tester load bank to determine the output of the generator. Generator output should be at least 58 amps. See Fig 1.
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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.