Fault | Probable Causes | Elimination method |
Charging indicator lamp does not light up after turning on the ignition | Blown fuse | Replace fuse |
Bulb burnt out | Replace lamp | |
Broken connector contact | Hold contact | |
Faulty voltage regulator | Replace voltage regulator | |
Charging warning lamp does not go out when the engine is running (battery requires frequent recharging) | Loose or worn alternator drive belt | Adjust tension or replace belt |
Loose or oxidized wire connected to battery terminal | Clean and securely connect the wire to the battery terminal | |
Blown fuse | Replace fuse | |
Fusible link burned out | Replace fusible link | |
Faulty voltage regulator or alternator | Replace voltage regulator or alternator | |
Electrical circuit damaged | Repair the electrical circuit | |
Battery not charging | Loose or worn alternator drive belt | Adjust tension or replace belt |
Broken connector contact | Hold contact | |
Fusible link burned out | Replace fusible link | |
Unreliable connection to «weight» | Reconnect with «weight» | |
Faulty voltage regulator or alternator | Replace voltage regulator or alternator | |
Battery life expired | Replace battery | |
Damaged voltage test wire | Replace wire |