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Troubleshooting Hints - Starting System


1. Check the hydrometer eye that is built into the Battery before troubleshooting the Charging System.
- Green eye - Battery is charged.
- Dark eye - Battery is discharged. Recharge Battery.
- Clear or yellow eye - Battery fluid is low. Replace Battery.
2. Check that the Generator BAT terminal and connector terminals are clean and tight.
3. Check the Generator belt.
4. Check that the Battery connections are clean and tight.
5. Check the vehicle voltmeter (if equipped) for accurate voltage readings.
6. Check I/P Fuse Block Fuse 6 when the AMP Indicator does not light with the Ignition Switch in RUN and the engine stopped.