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Charge Indicator Light Always On

NOTE: Connector C102 (Brown), in circuit between instrument panel and generator, is located in left front of engine compartment, behind battery.
  1. Ensure starter is okay. See STARTERS article.
  2. Disconnect generator connector C2 (Blue/White wire). Turn ignition on. If indicator light illuminates, go to step 4). If indicator light does not illuminate, go to next step.
  3. Replace generator. Go to step 7).
  4. Disconnect connector C102. If indicator light is still illuminated, go to step 6). If indicator light goes out, go to next step.
  5. Locate and repair short in circuit between generator connector C2 and connector C102 terminal No. 3. Go to step 7).
  6. Locate and repair short in circuit between instrument panel connector terminal No. 18 and connector C102 terminal No. 3. If no short exists, replace instrument panel. Go to step 7).
  7. Reconnect all connectors and recheck indicator light. If light is not operating properly, go to step 1).
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