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Charge Indicator Inoperative

Charge Indicator Inoperative

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Connector End View Reference: Engine Electrical Connector End Views  or Engine Control Module (ECM) Connector End Views in Engine Controls - 2.2 L (L61) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connector End Views in Engine Controls - 2.0 L (LSJ)
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2 Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Does the battery charge indicator illuminate?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. 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 4  Go to Step 7 
4 Test the generator turn on signal circuit for a short to ground or open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 5 
5 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 6 
6
IMPORTANT: The replacement ECM/PCM must be programmed.
Replace the ECM/PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems 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 in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?
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8 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2