Recharging warning light on
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- 500 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2007–2024
- Section
- Instrument panel › Recharging warning light on
RECHARGING WARNING LIGHT ON
After the engine has been started, the recharging warning light in the Instrument Panel Node remains on.
| Test results | ||||
| 1 | ALTERNATOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check carrying out See Test 5530AB Check alternator operation that the alternator operates correctly | End of diagnosis | Alternator operating faults | Move on to Step 2 | |
| 2 | ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the continuity and insulation of the electrical circuit between the battery, starter motor and alternator | Move on to Step 3 | 1. Connections faulty 2. Alternator defective | 1. Restore the correct connections 2. Replace the alternator. Op. 5530A10 | |
| 3 | ACTIVE DIAGNOSIS CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| With the Examiner in Instrument Panel Node mode, check that the generator warning light is correctly activated in Active Diagnosis. | Move on to Step 4 | The alternator warning light is not activated | Replace the Instrument Panel | |
| 4 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Using an Examiner check, in Body Computer Node mode, that there are no errors. | Move on to Step 5 | Presence of errors | Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic instrument | |
| 5 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the Body Computer Node is working properly | End of diagnosis | Body Computer defective | Replace Body Computer | |
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