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Starter System Test Results

Decision Interpretation

CRANKING

VOLTAGE OK

The starter voltage is normal and the battery is

fully charged.

CRANKING

VOLTAGE LOW

The starter voltage is low and the battery is fully

charged.

CHARGE BATTERY The starter voltage is low and the battery is dis-

charged. Fully charge the battery and repeat the

starter system test.

REPLACE BATTERY If the battery test result was REPLACE or BAD

CELL, the battery must be replaced before test-

ing the starter.

If you have completed an in-vehicle test, the display alternates between

the battery test results and the message PRESS  FOR CHARGING

TEST. With the engine running, press ENTER to continue.

IMPORTANT:

Before starting the test, inspect the alternator drive belt. A

belt that is glazed or worn, or lacks the proper tension, will prevent the

engine from achieving the rpm levels needed for the test.

Charging System Test

The display alternates between the decision on the charging system and

the alternator’s peak output voltage.

Charging System Test Results

Decision Interpretation

CHARGING

VOLTAGE OK

The system is showing normal output from the al-

ternator. No problem detected.

CHARGING

VOLTAGE NONE

The alternator is not providing charging current to

the battery.

√ Check the belts to ensure the alternator is ro-

tating with the engine running. Replace broken

or slipping belts and retest.

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Midtronics MDX-P300 Instruction Manual Page 11