For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check for Starting and Charging? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical
2 |

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
2. Observe the Charge indicator on the instrument cluster (IPC)

Does the charge indicator illuminate?

Go to Step 3

Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical

3 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the generator connector.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the charge indicator remain illuminated?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4 | Test the charge indicator control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6
5 | Replace the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 7 | --
6 | Important: Perform the set up procedure for the PCM. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement and Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 7 | --
7 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 3