Troubleshooting Hints

PERFORM BEFORE BEGINNING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
STARTING SYSTEM
1. Visually inspect the hydrometer (built into battery).
^ Green eye - battery is charged.
^ Dark eye - battery is discharged. Charge and load test battery. If battery passes load test, refer to System Diagnosis.
^ Clear or light yellow eye - battery electrolyte is low. Replace battery.
2. Always note condition of SECURITY indicator if engine does not crank. If the indicator stays ON or flashes continuously, refer to Accessories and Optional Equipment, Pass-Key(R) II for theft deterrent system.
3. Check that starter solenoid terminals "S" and "B" and battery connections are clean and tight.
4. Check that BATT and BATTERY fuses in RH MaxiFuse (R) Block are undamaged. If fuse is open, check for a short to ground through CKT 5 (YEL) or CKT 6 (PPL).
5. Check that grounds G100 and G105 from negative battery terminal are clean and tight.
6. Before component replacement, check that system connections are clean and tight.
^ Check for a broken (or partially broken) wire inside of the insulation which could cause system malfunction but prove "GOOD" in a continuity/voltage check with a system, disconnected. These circuits may be intermittent or resistive when loaded, and if possible, should be checked by monitoring for a voltage drop with the system operational (under load).
^ Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems.

CHARGING SYSTEM
1. Visually inspect the hydrometer (built into battery).
^ Green eye - battery is charged.
^ Dark eye - battery is discharged. Charge and load test battery. If battery passes load test, refer to System Diagnosis.
^ Clear or light yellow eye - battery electrolyte is low. Replace battery.
2. Check that the generator connector and generator BAT terminals are both clean and tight.
3. Check that battery connections are clean and tight.
4. Check generator belt.
5. Before component replacement, check that system connections are clean and tight.
^ Check for a broken (or partially broken) wire inside of the insulation which could cause system malfunction but prove "GOOD" in a continuity/voltage check with a system, disconnected. These circuits may be intermittent or resistive when loaded, and if possible, should be checked by monitoring for a voltage drop with the system operational (under load).
^ Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems.