Charging System
CHARGING SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspect Area | Remedy (See) |
|---|---|---|
| Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition switch "ON" and engine off | Fuse blown | Check fuses |
| Light burned out | Replace light | |
| Wiring connection loose | Tighten loose connections | |
| Electronic voltage regulator | See VOLTAGE DROP TEST OF GENERATOR OUTPUT WIRE | |
| Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine running (Battery requires frequent recharging) | Drive belt loose or worn | See CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS, FUSIBLE LINK AND FUSES , BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC TEST (1) |
| Battery cables loose, corroded or worn | See ALTERNATOR BELT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT | |
| Fuse blown | Check fuses | |
| Fusible link blown | Replace fusible link | |
| Electronic voltage regulator or generator | See VOLTAGE DROP TEST OF GENERATOR OUTPUT WIRE | |
| Wiring | Repair wiring | |
| Engine hesitates/poor acceleration Overcharge |
Drive belt loose or worn | See CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS, FUSIBLE LINK AND FUSES , BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC TEST (1) |
| Wiring connection loose or open circuit | Tighten loose connection or repair wiring | |
| Fusible link blown | Replace fusible link | |
| Poor grounding | Repair | |
| Electronic voltage regulator or generator | See VOLTAGE DROP TEST OF GENERATOR OUTPUT WIRE | |
| Worn battery | Replace battery | |
| Electronic voltage regulator | See VOLTAGE DROP TEST OF GENERATOR OUTPUT WIRE | |
| Voltage sensing wire | Repair wire |