Initial Inspection

PERFORM BEFORE BEGINNING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
1. Check the hydrometer eye that is built into the vehicle's Battery before troubleshooting the Charging System.
- Green eye - Battery is charged.
- Dark eye - Battery is discharged. Recharge Battery.
- Clear or yellow eye - Battery fluid is low. Replace Battery.
2. Check Fuse 4 and Fuse 9.
3. Check the Generator belt.
4. Check that the Starter Solenoid term "B" and Battery connections are clean and tight.
5. Check the vehicle's voltmeter for accurate voltage readings (if equipped).
^ Refer to Starting System for Starter access.
^ Refer to Charging System/Alternator for Generator access.
^ Refer to System Diagnosis.