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 Alternator wiring
connection loose
|
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
|