Monitor KDS/GDS Data

Connect GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF"
Monitor following parameters in "Current Data" with KDS/GDS.
Specification: Refer to Fig 1 Below

Fig 1: Scantool Display - Alternator Duty Current Data At Ignition ON
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Fig 2: Scantool Display - Alternator Duty Current Data At Idle And No Electrical Load
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Fig 3: Scantool Display - Alternator Duty Current Data At Idle And Electrical Load
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Is the parameter displayed within specification?
YES

Fault might be intermittent and caused either by poor contact in connectors or wiring harness, or it has been repaired and control module memory is not cleared yet. Thoroughly check terminal of battery, all connectors (and connections) for looseness, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, and/or damage.
- Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure. Go to next procedure.
NO
- Go to "WIRING INSPECTION " procedure.