For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Normal Result(s) | Abnormal Result(s)*
--- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Inspect for the following conditions:

• | Correct battery installation

• | Correct battery terminal installation

• | Correct battery cable installation

• | Clean and tight ground connections

• | Excessive battery terminal corrosion

• | Cracking or other damage

• | Correct battery voltage

• | The battery hydrometer displays a green dot

• | The generator wiring for damage or poor connections

• | Correctly torqued generator mounting bolts

• | Correct drive belt installation

• | The battery is installed correctly.

• | The battery terminals are installed correctly.

• | The battery cables are installed correctly.

• | The ground connections are clean and tight.

• | The battery terminals are clean and tight.

• | The battery is not physically damaged.

• | Battery voltage is approximately 11.5-13.0 volts.

• | The battery hydrometer displays a green dot.

• | The wiring is in serviceable condition.

• | The generator is mounted correctly.

• | The drive belt is installed correctly.

• | Battery Load Test

• | Battery Common Causes of Malfunction

• | Battery Is Undercharged or Overcharged

• | Generator Noise Test

• | Battery Charging

• | Clean, tighten or repair the wiring and connections as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

• | Battery Check

• | Battery Terminal Check

• | Battery Hydrometer Displays Yellow Dot

• | Battery Not Operating Properly

• | Generator Replacement

• | Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical

2 | Turn the ignition switch to the key ON position. | The charge indicator lamp lights. | Charge Indicator Inoperative
3 | Start the engine. | The charge indicator lamp goes out after the engine starts. | Charge Indicator Always On
* Refer to the appropriate symptom diagnostic table for the applicable abnormal result.