Charge Indicator Always On
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 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 |
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| Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views , Engine Control Module Connector End Views for the 2.2L (L61) engine, or Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views for the 3.5L (L66) engine. | ||||
| 1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle |
| 2 |
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- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections |
| 3 |
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12.6-16 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Charging System Test |
| 4 | With a scan tool, observe the Ignition 1 parameter in the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) data list. Does the voltage measure within the normal operating range? |
12.6-16 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/PCM must be programmed. Replace the ECM/PCM. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming.Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 8 | - |
| 7 | Replace the instrument panel cluster. Refer to Control Module References
for replacement, setup, and programming. 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 |