Charge Indicator Always On
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Charge Indicator Always On
| Step | Action | Value | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Starting and Charging Schematics | ||||
| 1 | Did you perform the Engine Electrical Diagnostic System Check? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical |
| 2 | Start the engine. Does the Charge System Fault message remain ON? |
- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems |
| 3 |
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11.0-15.5 Volts | Go to Step 4 | Go to Charging System Test |
| 4 |
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- | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 |
| 5 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the IPC. 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 9 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Replace the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console. Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 9 | - |
| 7 | Inspect for poor connections at the PCM harness connector. 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 9 | Go to Step 8 |
| 8 |
IMPORTANT:
Perform the set up procedures for the PCM. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement
in Engine Controls - 5.7L.Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 9 | - |
| 9 | Operate the system for which the symptom occurred. Did you correct the condition? |
- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |