2678

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What This Code Means

Battery charging alternator is not functioning correctly or is sensing too high of external battery voltage

Possible Causes

  • •Faulty Engine DC Alternator
  • •Open Circuit

Suggested Actions

  1. 1Check the wiring of the alternator for open circuits.
  2. 2If the appropriate output is not observed, replace the DC alternator.
  3. 3Measure the output voltage of the alternator to the battery while the engine is running.

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