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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ELECTRICALGAUGESANALOG INSTRUMENT PANELSSYSTEM TESTSTEST N: CHARGE INDICATOR ALWAYS ON
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F
Test N: Charge Indicator Always On
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Test N: Charge Indicator Always On
- If engine electrical system diagnostic system check has been performed, go to next step. If engine electrical system diagnostic system check has not been performed, go to ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under SELF DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Observe CHARGE indicator on Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). If CHARGE indicator illuminates, go to next step. If CHARGE indicator does not illuminate, check for intermittent or poor connections. Repair as necessary.
- Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect generator connector. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. If CHARGE indicator remains illuminated, go to next step. If CHARGE indicator does not remain illuminated, go to step 5 .
- Check for short to ground in Brown wire (CHARGE indicator control circuit) between Powertrain Control Module (PCM) harness connector C2 terminal No. 35 and IPC harness connector terminal B16. See Figure and Figure . If Brown wire is okay, go to step 6 . If Brown wire is not okay, repair as necessary. After repair, go to step 7 .
- Replace generator. After repair, go to step 7 .
- Replace PCM. Program as necessary. See PROGRAMMING . After repair, go to next step.
- Operate system to verify fault no longer exists. If fault still exists, go to step 3 .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.