Charging System
TROUBLESHOOTING - CHARGING SYSTEM
| Symptom | Suspect Area | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition switch "ON" and engine off | Fuse blown Light burned out Wiring connection loose Electronic voltage regulator |
Check fuses Replace light Tighten loose connections See VISUALLY CHECK GENERATOR WIRING AND LISTEN FOR ABNORMAL NOISES |
| Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine running (Battery requires frequent recharging) | Drive belt loose or worn Battery cables loose, corroded or worn Fuse blown Fusible link blown Electronic voltage regulator or generator Wiring |
See
INSPECTION Repair Check fuses Replace fusible link See VISUALLY CHECK GENERATOR WIRING AND LISTEN FOR ABNORMAL NOISES Repair wiring |
| Engine hesitates/poor acceleration Overcharge |
Drive belt loose or worn Wiring connection loose or open circuit Fusible link blown Poor grounding Electronic voltage regulator or generator Worn battery Electronic voltage regulator Voltage sensing wire |
See
INSPECTION Tighten loose connection or repair wiring Replace fusible link Repair See VISUALLY CHECK GENERATOR WIRING AND LISTEN FOR ABNORMAL NOISES Replace battery See VISUALLY CHECK GENERATOR WIRING AND LISTEN FOR ABNORMAL NOISES Repair wire |