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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 200 (CHARGING SYSTEM)SYSTEM TESTSTEST C: CHARGE INDICATOR INOPERATIVE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 Z
Test C: Charge Indicator Inoperative
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Test C: Charge Indicator Inoperative
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- If diagnostic system check was not performed, perform ENGINE ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. If diagnostic system check was performed, go to next step.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position. If charge indicator light does not illuminate, go to next step. If charge indicator light illuminates, problem is intermittent. Check wiring and connections.
- Replace charge indicator bulb. See appropriate ANALOG INSTRUMENT PANELS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. After repair, go to next step.
- Operate system to verify repair. If system is not operating correctly, repeat test beginning at step 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:
- • 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.