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System Testing: Notes

WARNING: Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting any repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
NOTE: Connector Test Adapter Kit (J-35616-A) must be used whenever a test procedure requires checking or probing terminals. Manufacturer recommends using CS Generator Electronic Tester (J-41450-B) for testing charging system. Follow instructions provided with tester.
SYMPTOM INDEX

Symptom Perform Test
Charging System Test A 
Charge Indicator Always On B 
Charge Indicator Inoperative C 
Generator Noise Diagnosis D