Charge Indicator Always On
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Charge Indicator Always On
| Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views . | ||||
| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check for Engine Electrical? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical |
| 2 |
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- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems |
| 3 |
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12.6-16.0 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Charging System Test |
| 4 | With a scan tool, observe the Battery 1 parameter in the powertrain control module (PCM) data list. Does the voltage measure within the normal operating range? |
12.6-16.0 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Charging System Test |
| 5 | With a scan tool, command the lamp and gages On and Off. Does the charge indicator turn On and Off with each command? |
- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 7 |
| 6 |
IMPORTANT:
The replacement ECM must be programmed. Replace the ECM. Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
.Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 8 | - |
| 7 | 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 8 | - |
| 8 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |