Test B: Charge Indicator Light Always On (2002 & 2003MODELS)

If engine electrical diagnostic system check was performed, go to next step. If engine electrical diagnostic system check was not performed, go to ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK .
Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Observe charge indicator on Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). If charge indicator illuminates, go to next step. If charge indicator does not illuminate, go to TEST C: CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT INOPERATIVE .
Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect generator 4-pin harness connector. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. If charge indicator remains illuminated, go to next step. If charge indicator does not remain illuminated, go to step 5.
Test charge indicator control circuit for a short to ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If problem exists, repair circuit as necessary and go to step 7. If no problem exists, go to step 6.
Replace generator. See GENERATOR . After repairs are made, go to step 7.
Replace PCM. After replacement, reprogram PCM.
- For 2002, see POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE .
- For 2003, see POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE .
After repair, go to next step.
Retest system to verify repair. If condition was found and corrected, system is okay. If condition was not found, go to step 3.