Title: Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology II (20107-II) > Section: Electrical/Electronic Systems: Servicing the Charging System

Performance should include

- conducting a visual inspection of the terminals, alternator, junction block, or battery
- performing positive- and negative-side voltage drop tests.

ASE 4: V. Electrical/Electronic Systems: D. Charging System (P-1)

Process/Skill Questions:

- How should a voltage drop test on an alternator be performed?
- What is the maximum voltage drop across the cable?
- What is the result of excessive voltage drop?