Charge Indicator Inoperative
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Charge Indicator Inoperative
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics | |||
| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
| 2 |
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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Test the generator L-terminal signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the powertrain control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
| 5 |
IMPORTANT:
Perform the set up procedures for the PCM/ECM. Replace the PCM/ECM. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 6 | - |
| 6 | Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? |
System OK | Go to Step 2 |