Charging System With Gauges
- Visually check alternator belt and wiring. With ignition off, disconnect harness connector at alternator. Turn ignition on. Connect negative lead of a voltmeter to a good engine ground. Connect positive voltmeter lead, in turn, to terminals "F" or "I" and "L" of alternator harness connector. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
- If battery voltage is not present, repair open circuit between alternator connector terminal and battery. If battery voltage is present, connect the harness connector, and proceed to the UNDERCHARGED OR OVERCHARGED BATTERY test.