Innova 5210: Performing an Alternator Test

Step 1 - Press the MENU button.

• Press the MENU button and release.

Step 2 - Select Battery/Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵.

• The Main Menu displays.

  Scroll through the screen using the DOWN ▼ button and find the Battery/Alternator Test.

• Select Battery/Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵.

Step 3 - Select Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵.

• The Battery/Alternator Test menu will display.

  Select Alternator Test, then press ENTER ↵. 

Step 4 - Follow the instructions.

• An instructional message will show. Select Continue to proceed.

Press the accelerator pedal to raise the engine speed to 2000 RPM and maintain the engine speed. When the engine speed is within the required range, the alternator test begins. A progress screen will show.

When the Countdown timer expires, an instructional message will show.

Turn the vehicle’s headlights off and return the engine to idle speed. A One moment please message will display while the test results are retrieved.

Step 5 - View the Results Screen.

When the alternator check is complete, a results screen shows the charging system voltage and indicates whether or not the charging system is within acceptable limits. The System Status LEDs provide a Pass or Fail indication, as follows:

• Green = System within limits
• Yellow = Overcharging or undercharging 
• Red = Excessive overcharging or undercharging
• If the alternator voltage is less than 9 V, the red, yellow, and green System Status LEDs will flash on and off.

Select Menu to return to the Main Menu.