GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Start the engine.
  2. Turn OFF all accessories.

Does the battery charge indicator remain illuminated after the 5-second bulb check?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

3

  1. Turn OFF the engine.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. With a scan tool, observe the Battery Voltage parameter in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) data list.

Does the voltage measure within the normal operating range?

10-15 V

Go to Step 4

Go to Charging System Test

4

Replace the IPC. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 5

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5

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2