alternator LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual

31NoiseNOISE PRODUCED WHEN ENGINE STARTS
Whistling noise which becomes high±pitched when
accelerator strongly depressed, disappears shortly
after engine stops.Whining noise occurs when A/C is operating.
Scratching noise occurs during sudden accel-
eration, driving on rough roads or when ignition
switch is turned on.
Clicking sound heard when horn button is
pressed, then released. Whirring/grating sound
when pushed continuously.
Murmuring sound, stops when engine stops. Tick±tock noise, occurs in coordination with
blinking of flasher.
Noise occurs during window washer operation.Scratching noise occurs while engine is running,
continues a while even after engine stops.Scraping noise in time with wiper beat.
Other type of noise. Alternator noise.
A/C noise.
Fuel gauge noise.
Horn noise.
Ignition noise. Turn signal flasher noise.
Washer noise. Water temp. gauge noise.
Wiper noise.
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BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTEMBE±259
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Troubleshooting
Taillight System
You will find the cause of troubles more easily using the table well shown \
below. In this table, the numbers indi-
cate the order priority of the causes in troubles. Check each part in the o\
rder shown. If necessary, replace the
parts.
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BE±4,20BE±20 ,57BE±46BE±49BE±62BE±79BE±4,20
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Trouble
Part name
TAIL FuseTaillignt Control RelayLight Control SwitchIntegration RelayLight Failure SensorDoor CourtesyGAUGE FuseWire HarnessBulbOther Parts
Taillight does not light. (Headlight does
not light.) 12 3
SA
Taillight does not light. (Headlight is
normal.)12345
US
A
Only one light does not light. (Taillight) 2 1 U
Rear combination light does not light. 213
ªLight Auto Turn±Off Systemº does
not operate. 1432
Taillight does not light. (Headlight is
does not light.) 123
Taillight does not light. (Headlight is
normal.)12345
Only one light does not light. (Taillight) 21
ARear combination light does not light. 213
ANADA
ªLight Auto Turn±Off Systemº does
not operate. 1423
CA
N
Taillight does not light with light control
SW in TAIL123
Taillight does not go out with light
control SW in OFF1324
Headlight and Taillight do not light with
engine running and light control SW in
OFF
213*14
*1:
Alternator
L
Terminal
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ConnectionCheck forTester connectionConditionSpecified value
A19 A15Trip switch A/BPushContinuity
Trip switchContinuity
A19±A15Trip switch A/BFreeNo continuityTrip switchContinuity
A20 A15Trip switch RESETPushContinuityA20±A15Trip switch RESETFreeNo continuity
DOME
FuseVoltageA11±GroundConstantBattery positive voltage
Speed
SVoltageA13 A15
Ignition
switch
*3 Revolve propeller shaft0V
11 V
SensorVoltageA13±A15switch
ON*3 Stop propeller shaft0V or 11V
C1±GroundPBattery positive voltage
C2±GroundIgnitionRBattery positive voltage
Neutral start
it hVoltageC3±Ground
Ignition
switch
ON andNBattery positive voltageswitchVoltageC4±GroundON and
shift leverDBattery positive voltage
C5±Ground
shift lever
position2Battery positive voltage
C16±Ground
osition
LBattery positive voltage
O/D OFFContinuityC18 GroundO/D OFF switchONContinuity
SwitchContinuityC18±GroundO/D OFF switchOFFNo continuity
AlternatorContinuityC15±GroundEngine stopContinuity
ºLº terminalVoltageC14±GroundEngine runningBattery positive voltage
FuelContinuityA7 GroundFuel remainderFullNo continuity
SenderContinuityA7±GroundFuel remainderEmptyContinuity
GaugeFull, Approx. 79.3 mm
(3.12 in.)Approx. 6

ResistanceA8±C8Float
position1/2, Approx. 193.1 mm
(76.0 in.)Approx. 32.5

Empty, Approx. 308.1 mm
(12.13 in.)Approx. 97

*Window
washer level
ContinuityB9±GroundON (float down)Continuitywasher level
warning
switchContinuityB9 Ground
(Canada)OFF (float up)No continuity
Brake fluidBrake fluid levelON (float down)Continuity
Level warning
Brake fluid level
warning SWOFF (float up)No continuity
SW and
Parking brake
SW
ContinuityC13±GroundParking brake
ON (Depress the Ped-
al))Continuity
SWParking brake
SWOFF (Release the Ped-
al)No continuity
Low oil
PressureContinuityC19 GroundEngine condition
RunningNo continuity
Pressure
Warning SWContinuityC19±GroundEngine conditionStopContinuity
Door courtesyContinuityC12 GroundDriver's andOpen (ON)Continuityy
SwitchContinuityC12±GroundDriver s and
passenger's doorClosed (OFF)No continuity
IGN fuseVoltageC14 GroundIgnition switchONBattery positive voltageVoltageC14±GroundIgnition switchLOCK or ACCNo voltage
CIG fuseVoltageA6 GroundIgnition switchACC or ONBattery positive voltageVoltageA6±GroundIgnition switchLOCK or STARTNo voltage
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SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE DATA
BatterySpecific gravity1.27±1.29
(when fully charged at 205C (68 5F))
AlternatorRated output12 V±100 A
Rotor coil resistance2.8±3.0

Slip ring diameterSTD 14.2±14.4 mm0.559±0567 in.
Limit 12.8 mm0.504 in.
Brush exposed lengthSTD 10.5 mm0.413 in.
Limit 1.5 mm0.059 in.
AlternatorRegulating voltageat 255C (77 5F)13.9±15.1 V
regulatorat 115 5C (239 5F)13.5±14.3 V
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Part tightenedN Vmkgf Vcmft Vlbf
Alternator pulley X Rotor11 01,12581
Alternator X Alternator bracket37380 27
Alternator X Cylinder block3738027
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CHARGING SYSTEM Service SpecificationsCH±21
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DESCRIPTION
The alternator is a small, high±rpm, high±performance type with an IC\
regulator incorporated. The IC regula-
tor uses integrated circuits and controls the voltage produced by the alter\
nator.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.
2. Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given a quick charge.
3. Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.
4. Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running. CH±2
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DESCRIPTION
The alternator is a small, high±rpm, high±performance type with an\
IC regulator incorporated. The IC regula-
tor uses integrated circuits and controls the voltage produced by the alter\
nator.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.
2. Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given a quick charge.
3. Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.
4. Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running. CH±2
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SYSTEM CIRCUIT
OPERATION
When the ignition switch is turned ON, current from the battery flows from t\
erminal L of the alternator through
the IC regulator to terminal E, causing the discharge warning light to ligh\
t up. Then when the engine is started, the voltage output increases as the alt\
ernator rpm increases. When the
voltage output becomes greater than the battery voltage, current for recharging\
flows from terminal B. Simulta-
neously, volt age at terminal L increases and the potential difference between battery and terminal L disappears,
causing the discharge warning light to go off. When the voltage output exceeds the regulator adjustment volt-
age, the transistor inside the IC regulator regulates the voltage so tha\
t the voltage from the alternator remains
constant.
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CHARGING SYSTEM System Circuit, OperationCH±3
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PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
09285±76010
Injection Pump
Camshaft Bearing
Cone ReplacerRotor rear bearing
09286±46011Injection Pump
Spline Shaft PullerRectifier end frame
09608±20012
Front Hub & Drive
Pinion Bearing Tool
Set
(09608±00030)
(Replacer)
Rotor front bearing
09820±00021Alternator Rear
Bearing Puller
09820±00030Alternator Rear
Bearing Replacer
09820±63010Alternator Pulley Set
Nut Wrench Set
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
09082±00015TOYOTA
Electrical Tester
09200±00010Engine Adjust
Kit
EQUIPMENT Part Name\
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Note Battery specific gravity gauge\
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Battery Vernier caliper\
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Rotor (Slip ring) Torque wrench\
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(b) Check the belt tensioner operation.w Check that the belt tensioner moves downward
when the drive belt is pressed down at the points
indicated in the illustration with approx. 98 N ( 10
kgf, 22.0 lbf) of force.
w Check the alignment of the belt tensioner pulley to
make sure the drive belt has not slipped off the
pulley.
If necessary, replace the belt tensioner.
w Check that the arrow mark on the belt tensioner falls
within area A of the scale.
If it is outside area A, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
w When a new belt is installed, it should lie within area B.
If not, the drive belt is not correct.
w After installing a belt, check that it fits properly in the
ribbed grooves.
w Check by hand to confirm that the belt has not slipped
out of the groove on the bottom of the pulley.
4. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
5. VISUALLY CHECK ALTERNATOR WIRING AND LISTEN FOR ABNORMAL NOISES
(a) Check that the wiring is in good condition.
(b) C h e c k t h a t t h e r e i s n o a bnormal noise from the
alternator while the engine is running.
6. INSPECT CHARGE WARNING LIGHT CIRCUIT (a) Warm up the engine and then turn it off.
(b) Turn off all accessories.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON. Check that the charge
warning light is lit.
(d) Start the engine. Check that the light goes off.
If the light does not go off as specified, troubleshoot the
charge light circuit.
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7. INSPECT CHARGING CIRCUIT WITHOUT LOADHINT: If a battery/alternator tester is available, connect the
tester to the charging circuit as per manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
(a) If a tester is not available, connect a voltmeter andammeter to the charging circuit as follows:
w Disconnect the wire from terminal B of the
alternator and connect it to the negative (±) probe
of the ammeter.
w Connect the positive (+) probe of the ammeter to
terminal B of the alternator.
w Connect the positive (+) probe of the voltmeter to
terminal B of the alternator.
w Ground the negative (±) probe of the voltmeter.
(b) Check the charging circuit as follows:
With the engine running from idling to 2,000 rpm, check the
reading on the ammeter and voltmeter.
Standard amperage: 10 A or less
Standard voltage: 13.9±15.1 V at 25 5C (77 5F)
13.5±14.3 V at 115 5C (239 5F)
If the voltmeter reading is greater than standard voltage, re-
place the IC regulator.
If the voltmeter reading is less than standard voltage, check
the IC regulator and alternator as follows:
w Remove the engine under cover.
w With terminal F grounded, start the engine and
check the voltmeter reading of terminal B.
w If the voltmeter reading is greater than standard
voltage, replace the IC regulator.
w If the voltmeter reading is less than standard
voltage, check the alternator.
w Reinstall the engine under cover.
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