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. If Battery passes load test, refer to System Diagnosis.
^ Clear or light yellow eye-Battery electrolyte is low. Replace Battery.
2. Check the condition of Gauges Fuse 4. If fuse is open, LOCATE and REPAIR source of overload and REPLACE fuse.
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 at S121 for an open.
7. Check that grounds G102 and G103 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 (see Diagnostic Aids for General Troubleshooting Procedures). Diagnostic Aids