Charging System, Charging System: 2017 Chevrolet Suburban 5.3L Eng VIN C LT

2017 Chevrolet Suburban 5.
3L Eng VIN C LT
Print Date: 06/09/2019
Charging System,Charging System
Generator Turn On Signal (Control)
Connect test leads:

Yellow=Generator Turn On Signal
Black=known good ground
The Generator Turn On Signal is the Command Signal From the Engine Control Module (ECM) to
the Voltage Regulator that is Built into the Generator. The following table shows the commanded
duty cycle and approximate output voltage of the generator:
Commanded Duty Cycle Generator Output Voltage
10% 11 Volts
20% 11.56 Volts
30% 12.12 Volts
40% 12.68 Volts
50% 13.25 Volts
60% 13.81 Volts
70% 14.37 Volts
80% 14.94 Volts
90% 15.5 Volts
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Operation
For the alternator(generator) to charge properly several circuits must be correct. The alternator
case must be grounded to the Engine and minimum resistance between the ALT output and the
battery. The voltage regulator must be energized by the ignition system and sensing charging
voltage.
Connector
View: Harness Side, Backprobing Connector

5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L
X1
Pin Assignment Wire Color
1=Generator Turn On Signal Brown
2=Generator Field Duty Cycle Signal Gray
View: Harness Side, Backprobing Connector

5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L
X2
Pin Assignment Wire Color
1=Battery Positive Voltage Red- Yellow
Tech Notes
If the generator has field control circuit failure, the generator defaults to an output voltage of 13.8
volts. If you unplug the generator it should default to 13.8 volts if the generator and regulator are
working correctly.
Tests
Alternator Diode Ripple Test
To view the alternator diode with the Verus,

Connect test leads:
Yellow=Battery(+)
Black=Battery(-)
Note: Test at battery, testing at the jump start point under hood may lead to inaccurate readings.
Humps that appear in waveform are normal and represent condition of diodes.
KOER, at fast idle, turn headlights on to increase load on alternator as it is charging the battery at a
higher rate, It is typical to see the waveform gradually rise and fall, It may not stay at the zero line.
Small spikes that appear are a result of the voltage regulator and are normal.
The most common failures are shorted or open diodes. Notice how large one of the diode patterns
is in relation to the others this alternator needs work.
Alternator Ground Test
An alternator case not properly grounded will have negative voltage when charging.
Connect test leads:
Yellow=Battery(-)
Black=Alternator case
KOER, fast idle, turn on headlights. Voltage should be below 100mv with high charging rate.
Current Ramp Test
Alternator output can be measured using Verus and a suitable current Probe.
Before making any measurements, current Probe zero adjustment must be performed.
Set amp Probe to 10mv=1 amp, which is: 1V =100 amps.
Press > for Probe Auto Zero Info
Clamp current proble around the alternator output wire and run Engine at 1500 RPM.
Max alternator output is electrical load of vehicle plus current into battery.
A charged battery will not accept a high charge rate.
A sulfated battery will not accept a high rate of charge without voltage rising over 15.5V.
Increase alternator load by turning on blower, headlights and any electrical loads or;
Slightly discharge battery before testing (turn headlights on for 10 mins), or load battery with carbon
pile tester while running.
This allows voltage regulator to "full field" for max output for that system.
DC Voltage Test
Connect test leads:

Yellow=Generator Field Duty Cycle Signal
Should be battery voltage. If OK,
Connect test leads:
Yellow=Generator Turn On Signal
Black=Known Good Ground
KOEO: should be about 0.5-1.3V.
KOER: should be about 14V.
This circuit (diode trio) turns on the dash warning lamp when voltage is lower or higher than Ignition
(+).
F Terminal Test
Connect test leads:

Yellow=Generator Field Duty Cycle Signal
The Generator Field Duty Cycle Signal is the Output Signal From the Generator Field to the Engine
Control Module (ECM) so the ECM can Monitor the Generators Performance. The signal is pulse
width modulated (PWM) with a Duty Cycle of 0-100 percent. Normal Duty Cycle is between 5-99
percent.
Voltage Drop Test
Voltage Drop (resistance) between the ALT and battery can cause low charging, flaring
headlights,and overload of some electronics
Connect test leads:
Yellow=alternator output
Blue=Battery(+)
Voltage Drop from the alternator to battery should be tested with about 20amps charging into the
battery.
Current flow into battery can be regulated with a load type battery tester or, Turn on headlights for 5
minutes before starting Engine.
Test immediately when started.curent flow can be higher when 1ST started, with a higher volt
drop.this will tell you if further testing is necessary.
Voltage should be below 200mv. Voltage drop is determined by current flow and total resistance.
Battery Current Sensor,Charging System
Operation
Battery current sensor is a serviceable component that is connected to the negative battery cable at
the battery. Battery current sensor is a 3-wire hall effect current sensor. Battery current sensor
monitors battery current. It directly inputs to the BCM. It creates a 5 volt pulse width modulation
(PWM) signal of 128 Hz with a duty cycle of 0 -100 percent. Normal duty cycle is between 5 - 95
percent.
Location
Best Test Location:

At the component connector.
Component Location:
In the engine compartment, right rear, near the battery, on the negative battery cable.
Connector
VIEW: HARNESS SIDE, BACKPROBING AT CURRENT SENSOR.
A=Current Sensor Supply Voltage DkBlue - Violet
B=Current Sensor Low Reference Black - Purple
C=Current Sensor Signal White - Yellow
Tech Notes
Look for battery acid corrosion at the Battery Current Sensor and the connector.
Tests
DC Voltage Test
Connect test leads:

Yellow=Current Sensor Signal
Check waveform signature integrity while cranking.
Duty Cycle Test
Connect test leads:

Yellow=Current Sensor Signal
With the Key on when current is flowing into or out of the battery, Duty cycle should be present.
Out Of Range No Signal Test
If voltage is out of Range or no voltage signal appears, turn Key off and disconnect Battery Current
Sensor.
Connect test leads:
Yellow=Supply Voltage (5 volts)
Key on, voltage should be about 5 Volts.
If OK, turn Key off and reconnect Current sensor.
Connect test leads:
Yellow=Low Reference
Key on,voltage should be 0.10V or less.

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2017 Chevrolet Suburban 5.

Generator Turn On Signal (Control)

Connect test leads:

Commanded Duty Cycle Generator Output Voltage

20% 11.56 Volts

30% 12.12 Volts

40% 12.68 Volts

50% 13.25 Volts

60% 13.81 Volts

70% 14.37 Volts

80% 14.94 Volts

90% 15.5 Volts

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View: Harness Side, Backprobing Connector

1=Generator Turn On Signal Brown

2=Generator Field Duty Cycle Signal Gray

View: Harness Side, Backprobing Connector

1=Battery Positive Voltage Red- Yellow

Alternator Diode Ripple Test

To view the alternator diode with the Verus,

Current Ramp Test

Connect test leads:

Connect test leads:

Battery Current Sensor,Charging System

Best Test Location:

A=Current Sensor Supply Voltage DkBlue - Violet

B=Current Sensor Low Reference Black - Purple

C=Current Sensor Signal White - Yellow

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Connect test leads:

Duty Cycle Test

Connect test leads:

Out Of Range No Signal Test

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