Symptom
|
Suspect area
|
Remedy
|
Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition
switch "ON" and engine off.
|
Fuse
blown
|
Check
fuses
|
Light burned
out
|
Replace
light
|
Wiring connection
loose
|
Tighten loose
connection
|
Electronic
voltage regulator
|
Disconnect the
voltage regulator to see if light turns off. If light turns off,
replace voltage regulator.
|
Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine
running. (Battery requires frequent recharging)
|
Drive belt loose
or worn
|
Adjust belt
tension or replace belt
|
Battery cable
loose, corroded or worn
|
Inspect cable
connection, repair or replace cable
|
Electronic
voltage regulator or alternator
|
Disconnect the
voltage regulator or alternator to see if light turns off. If light
turns off, replace voltage regulator.
|
Wiring
|
Repair or replace
wiring
|
Overcharge
|
Electronic
voltage regulator
|
Disconnect the
voltage regulator to see if light turns off. If light turns off,
replace voltage regulator.
|
Voltage sensing
wire
|
Repair or replace
wiring
|
Discharge
|
Drive belt loose
or worn
|
Adjust belt
tension or replace belt
|
Wiring connection
loose or short circuit
|
Inspect wiring
connection, repair or replace wiring
|
Electronic
voltage regulator or alternator
|
Disconnect the
voltage regulator or alternator to see if light turns off. If light
turns off, replace voltage regulator.
|
Poor
grounding
|
Inspect ground or
repair
|
Worn
battery
|
Replace
battery
|