Generator Light Does Not Work
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jeep Renegade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Turning the ignition key to run, the generator warning light does not come on.
| 1 | CHECK WITH DIAGNOSTIC TOOL | Result OK | Result Not OK | Action |
| Connect a diagnostic scan tool. Test the functionality of the light in the instrument panel cluster through active diagnosis. |
Continue to Step 2 | The light doesn't work. | Replace instrument panel cluster | |
| 2 | CHECK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Result OK | Result Not OK | Action |
| Verify the Body Control Module (BCM) power supplies are correct and in particular the signal "D +". | Continue to Step 3 | 1. Power to the BCM incorrect 2. Signal D + between generator and BCM interrupted or faulty wiring 3. Faulty generator |
1. Restore correct power to the BCM 2. Restore proper wiring 3. Replace generator |
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| 3 | CHECK PROPER OPERATION | Result OK | Result Not OK | Action |
| Verify that the fault is no longer present | Diagnostic complete |