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Charge Indicator Inoperative

Charge Indicator Inoperative

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Schematic Reference:  Starting and Charging Schematics  
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
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  1. Disconnect the generator harness connector.
  2. Start the engine.
Does the charge indicator illuminate?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
3 Test the generator L-terminal signal circuit a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 4 
4 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 5 
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IMPORTANT: Perform the set up procedures for the PCM.
Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6  -
6 Operate the system for which the symptom occurred.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2