Nissan Sentra Service Manual: S terminal circuit
Description
The output voltage of the generator is controlled by the IC regulator at terminal “S” detecting the input voltage from battery.
The “S” terminal circuit detects the battery voltage to adjust the generator output voltage with the IC voltage regulator.
Diagnosis procedure
Regarding wiring diagram information. Refer to chg-9, "wiring diagram".
1.Check “s” terminal connection
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Check if “s” terminal is clean and tight.
Is the inspection result normal? Yes >> go to 2.
No >> repair “s” terminal connection. Confirm repair by performing complete charging system test using exp-800 ni or gr8-1200 ni (if available). Refer to the applicable instruction manual for proper testing procedures.
2.Check “s” terminal circuit
Check voltage between generator harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal? Yes >> refer to chg-14, "work flow (with exp-800 ni or gr8-1200 ni)" or chg-17, "work flow (without exp-800 ni or gr8-1200 ni)".
No >> check harness for open between generator and fuse.
L terminal circuit (short)
Description
The terminal “l” circuit controls the charge warning lamp. The charge warning
lamp turns on when the ignition
switch is set to on or start. When the generator is providing s ...
Symptom diagnosis
Charging system
Symptom table
...
Other materials:
Wiring diagram
Power distribution system
Wiring diagram
...
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
Due to legal requirements in some states and
Canadian Provinces, your vehicle may be required
to be in what is called the “ready condition”
for an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of
the emission control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it
is driven through c ...
Brake warning lamp
Component Function Check
1.CHECK BRAKE WARNING LAMP FUNCTION (1)
Check that brake warning lamp in combination meter turns ON for
approximately 2 seconds after ignition
switch is turned ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Proceed to diagnosis procedure. ...
