Trouble Shooting

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Verify customer complaint by operating charging system. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Inspect for blown fuses and damaged relays. For fuse and/or relay identification, see Fig 1-Fig 4 . Inspect for loose or corroded connections, damaged wiring harnesses and/or switches. Check for broken or partially broken wire inside insulation, which could cause system malfunction but prove good in a continuity/voltage check with system disconnected. Ensure any aftermarket electronic equipment is properly installed. If fault is found, repair as necessary. If no fault is found, perform self-diagnostics. See SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM .

If problem an not be readily located, repair by symptom. See SYMPTOM INDEX table under SYSTEM TESTS.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Fuse Box Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Fuse Box Components (2 Of 2)

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Fig 3: Identifying Engine Compartment Fuse Box Components (1 Of 2)

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Fig 4: Identifying Engine Compartment Fuse Box Components (2 Of 2)

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