Troubleshooting
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8-5.
Charging System
Refer to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual for applicable Charging System
troubleshooting.
8-6.
FADEC System
8-6.1. FADEC Level I Diagnostic
A FADEC System diagnostics check is required at the beginning of the 100-hour/Annual
Inspection. The Level I Diagnostic is a diagnostic tool and will significantly reduce
troubleshooting time. The FADEC Level I Diagnostic requires:
•
A laptop computer with Microsoft Windows XP or later operating system
•
TCM FADEC Level I Diagnostic Software installed on the computer
•
Serial Data Cable (with EDI) (See Chapter 3, Special Tools and Supplies)
The optional engine data interface (EDI) provides time-stamped engine data
collection with fault history from engine start to engine shutdown until the removable
EDI memory is filled to capacity. The EDI faceplate incorporates a 2.5mm stereo jack
interface. The EDI is a cabin-mounted component, usually beneath the instrument
panel. Consult the Aircraft Maintenance Manual for the EDI location. If no EDI is
installed, the interface cable may be connected to the cabin harness EDI connector.
Without an EDI, only real-time data may be collected while the serial data cable is
connected to the computer and the engine is running.
NOTE: A USB to 9-pin adapter is available for computers without
a 9-pin serial connector.
Figure 8-1.
Engine Data Interface
Procedure
1.
Connect the PC to the FADEC serial data interface:
a.
Connect the Serial Data Interface Cable to an available serial port on the
computer.
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b.
Connect the Serial Data Interface Cable to the airframe Serial Data Port.
Change 1
31 August 2007