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Volt Gauge Inaccurate Or Inoperative

  1. If instrument panel cluster diagnostic check was performed, go to next step. If instrument panel cluster diagnostic check was not performed, go to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK .
  2. Connect scan tool to DLC. Following scan tool manufacturer's instructions, perform volt gauge sweep test. If volt gauge indicator needle does not sweep through full travel, go to next step. If volt gauge indicator needle sweeps through full travel, see appropriate GENERATORS & REGULATORS article in STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS.
  3. Replace IPC. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC)  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION then go to next step.
  4. Check volt gauge operation. If system operates normally, repair is complete. If problem still exists, return to step  2.