FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Troubleshooting Hints

CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

Generator malfunction light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to "ON" position, before the engine starts.
- Check the bulb.

Generator malfunction light does not switch off after the engine starts.
- Check the IC voltage regulator inside the generator.

Discharged or overcharged battery.
- Check the IC voltage regulator inside the generator.

The generator malfunction light illuminates dimly.
- Check the diode (inside the combination meter or generator) for a short-circuit.