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Charging System Indicator Light
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The charging system light
will come
on
briefly when
you turn the ignition on, but
the engine is not running, as
a check to show you the
light is working.
Voltmeter
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When your engine is not
running, but the ignition is
on (in the
RUN
position),
the gage shows your
battery's state of charge
in DC volts.
Then it should go out once the engine is running. If it
stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may
have a problem with the electrical charging system.
It could indicate that you have a loose accessory drive
belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked
right away. Driving while this light is on could drain
your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with
the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and heatedair conditioner.
When the ignition is running, the gage shows the
condition of the charging system. Readings between
the low and high warning zones indicate the, normal
operating range.
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