Monitoring the Battery Charging System
Monitoring
the Battery Charging System - Ops
The battery charge indicator light must go out once the engine starts. If the indicator light comes on while the engine is running, do the following:
- Shut down the engine.
- Test the charging system, per OEM guidelines.
- If necessary,
visit the nearest authorized dealer to have the alternator voltage
and output checked.
Warning: BATTERY EXPLOSION
To avoid injury from battery explosion when jump starting the engine, do not attach the cable end to the negative terminal of the disabled battery.
- Do a load test on the batteries.
- Replace components as needed.