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Symptom Chart: Charging System

Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. For information about these practices, REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .

Symptom Chart 

Condition Possible Sources Actions
System voltage high Refer to the Pinpoint Test GO to Pinpoint Test A 
System voltage low or battery is discharged Refer to the Pinpoint Test GO to Pinpoint Test B 
The generator is noisy Refer to the Pinpoint Test GO to Pinpoint Test C 
Radio interference Refer to the Pinpoint Test GO to Pinpoint Test D 
Charging system warning indicator is never or always on IPC
Generator
PCM
Wiring, terminals or connectors
RETRIEVE Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from all modules. If any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are found, Refer to DTC Chart in this information. Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart  If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are found, REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes .