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, refer to Engine Electrical. If Battery passes load test, Refer to System Diagnosis.
- 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 clean and tight.
4. Check that the Battery connections are clean and tight.
5. Check Generator belt.
6. Check Fusible Links for opens.
- Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems (Refer Troubleshooting Procedures). Diagnostic Aids
- Refer to System Diagnosis.