Hyundai Elantra: Charging System / Troubleshooting

Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Charging System / Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Suspect area	Remedy
Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition switch "ON" and engine off.	Fuse blown	Check fuses
	Light burned out	Replace light
	Wiring connection loose	Tighten loose connection
	Electronic voltage regulator	Disconnect the voltage regulator to see if light turns off. If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine running. (Battery requires frequent recharging)	Drive belt loose or worn	Adjust belt tension or replace belt
	Battery cable loose, corroded or worn	Inspect cable connection, repair or replace cable
	Electronic voltage regulator or alternator	Disconnect the voltage regulator or alternator to see if light turns off. If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
	Wiring	Repair or replace wiring
Overcharge	Electronic voltage regulator	Disconnect the voltage regulator to see if light turns off. If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
Overcharge	Voltage sensing wire	Repair or replace wiring
Discharge	Drive belt loose or worn	Adjust belt tension or replace belt
	Wiring connection loose or short circuit	Inspect wiring connection, repair or replace wiring
	Electronic voltage regulator or alternator	Disconnect the voltage regulator or alternator to see if light turns off. If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
	Poor grounding	Inspect ground or repair
	Worn battery	Replace battery

Repair procedures

Inspection Inspecion Item • Battery efficiency inspection • Battery voltage inspection • Charging voltage insptection • General inspection • Terminal tighten ...

Alternator Description and Operation

Description The Alternator has eight built-in diodes, each rectifying AC current to DC current. Therefore, DC current appears at alternator "B" terminal. In addition, the charging voltage of this ...

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