Test B: Charge Indicator Always On

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Test B: Charge Indicator Always On
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  1. If diagnostic system check was not performed, go to ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECKΒ  . If diagnostic system check was performed, go to next step.
  2. Start engine. If battery charge indicator remains illuminated after 5 second bulb check, go to next step. If battery charge indicator does not remain illuminated after 5 second bulb check, problem is intermittent. Check wiring and connections.
  3. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). See COMPONENT LOCATIONSΒ  . Use scan tool to observe Battery Voltage parameter in Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) data list. If voltage measures 10-15 volts, go to next step. If voltage does not measure 10-15 volts, go to TEST A: CHARGING SYSTEM TESTΒ  .
  4. Replace IPC. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT . Go to next step.
  5. Operate system to verify repair. If condition was corrected, system is okay. If condition was not repaired, go to step Β 2 .
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