Troubleshooting Hints - Charging System

PERFORM BEFORE BEGINNING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
1. Visually inspect the hydrometer (built into Battery).
- Green eye-Battery is charged.
- Dark eye-Charge and load test Battery
- Clear or light yellow eye-Battery electrolyte is low. Replace Battery.
2. Check Gages Fuse 4 for open.
3. Check that the Generator connector and Generator "BAT" terminal are both clean and tight.
4. Check that the Battery connections are clean and tight.
5. Check Generator belt.
6. Check Fusible Link G for an open.
- Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems (see "Troubleshooting Procedures)" Diagnostic Aids
- Refer to System Diagnosis. Component Tests and General Diagnostics