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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 298 (CHARGING SYSTEM)SYSTEM TESTSTEST B: CHARGE INDICATOR LIGHT ALWAYS ON
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Test B: Charge Indicator Light Always On
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Test B: Charge Indicator Light Always On
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- If engine electrical diagnostic system check was performed, go to next step. If engine electrical diagnostic system check was not performed, go to ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECKΒ under ON-VEHICLE TESTING.
- Start engine. If battery charge indicator light remains illuminated after 5 second bulb check, go to next step. If battery charge indicator light does not remain illuminated after 5 second bulb check, problem may be intermittent. Check wiring and connections, see PRELIMINARY INSPECTIONΒ under TROUBLE SHOOTING.
- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). See COMPONENT LOCATIONSΒ . Using scan tool, observe BATTERY VOLTAGE parameter in Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) data list. If parameter indicates 10-15 volts, go to next step. If parameter does not indicates 10-15 volts, go to TEST A: CHARGING SYSTEM TESTΒ .
- Replace IPC. See appropriate ANALOG INSTRUMENT PANELS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. After repairs are made, go to next step.
- Operate system to verify repair. If condition was found and corrected, system is okay. If condition was not found, go to step Β 2 .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.