ME9 / P2501 00
Read the instructions below then
start the fault diagnostic procedure.
Symptom: Charging lamp on with engine running.
Higher idling speed.
Generator L Terminal Control Circuit, Short to B+
Fault symptom
Charging lamp on with engine running.
Higher idling speed.
On-board diagnosis
Type of diagnosis:
Enable criteria:
Fault criteria:
The lead between control module pin A43 and alternator pin 1 (D+) is short circuited to B+ for more than 3 seconds. |
Checking the wiring harness
Move the wiring harness at several spots and in several directions to reveal intermittent breaks and short-circuits. Check switches, connectors and crimp connections for oxidation, retracted pins and pin clamping force.
Diagnostic help
Diagnosis regards:
Electrical fault in connecting leads or component. |
Functions in the diagnostic tool related to the fault:
• | Alternator L Terminal Load Dump |
(See also description of readings/activations in diagnostic tool) |