Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check for Starting and Charging?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
2. Observe the Charge indicator on the instrument cluster (IPC).

Does the charge indicator illuminate?

Go to Step 3

Go to Symptoms - Engine Electrical

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the generator connector.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the charge indicator illuminate?

Go to Step 4

Go to Charging System Test

Test the charge indicator control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the PCM.

Replace the PCM. Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 5.3L.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3