Troubleshooting Hints

PERFORM BEFORE BEGINNING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
1. Check for the hydrometer eye that is built into the vehicle Battery before troubleshooting the Starter and 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 that the Starter Solenoid terminals "S" and "B" and Battery connections are clean and tight.
3. Check that grounds G101, G104, G105 and G106 are clean and tight.
4. Check that the Generator connector and the Generator Battery terminal are clean and tight.
5. Check the Generator belt for proper tension.
^ Check for a broken (or partially broken) wire inside of the insulation which could cause system malfunction but prove "GOOD" in a continuity/voltage check with a system disconnected. These circuits may be intermittent or resistive when loaded, and if possible, should be checked by monitoring for a voltage drop with the system operational (under load).
^ Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems (Refer to General Troubleshooting Procedures.) Diagnostic Aids
^ Refer to System Diagnosis. Testing and Inspection