Pinpoint Test E: The Charging System Warning Indicator Is Off With The Ignition Switch In The Run Position And The Engine Off

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E1 CHECK THE CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR
- Key in OFF position.
- Disconnect: Generator C102a.
- With the engine off, connect a fused (15A) jumper wire between the generator C102a-1, circuit 904 (LG/RD), harness side and ground.
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Fused (15A) Jumper Wire Between Generator And Ground
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Key in ON position.
- Is the charging system warning indicator illuminated?
- Yes : If the generator has an external stator circuit 4 (WH/BK), INSTALL a new regulator. REFER to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR . If the generator has an internal stator circuit, INSTALL a new generator. REFER to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR . TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER for the diagnosis and testing of the instrument cluster.