Charge Indicator Lamp Test

NOTE: This test is only for vehicles equipped with charge indicator lamps.

OPERATION

With ignition switch in the off position, charge indicator lamp is off. With ignition switch in run (engine not running), charge indicator lamp is on. With ignition switch in run (engine running), charge indicator lamp is off except as noted above.

INSPECTION

1. If the charge indicator lamp does not light with the ignition key in the run position (engine not running), check the I wiring circuit (ignition switch to regulator I terminal) for an open circuit or burned out charge indicator lamp.
2. If the charge indicator lamp does not light, disconnect the wiring plug connector at the regulator and connect a jumper wire to the negative battery post cable clamp.
3. The charge indicator lamp should light with the ignition key turned to the run position (engine not running).
4. If the charge indicator bulb does not light, check the bulb for continuity and replace if necessary.
5. If the bulb is not burned out, an open circuit exists between the ignition switch and the regulator.
6. Check the 500 ohm resistor across the charge indicator light.