Accord EX Coupe V6-3.0L (2001)
Charge Lamp/Indicator: Testing and Inspection
Charging System Indicator Test
1. Check the B terminal, that the 4P connector and under-hood fuse/relay box terminals are securely tightened.
Are they securely tightened?
YES - Go to step 2.
NO - Tighten or reconnect.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Does the charging system indicator came on?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Go to step 7.
3. Start the engine.
Does the charging system indicator go off?
YES - Charging system indicator circuit is OK.
NO - Go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
5. Disconnect the 4P connector from the alternator.
6. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Does the charging system indicator came an?
YES - Turn the ignition switch OFF, and repair the short in the WHT/BLU wire.
NO - Go to step 10.
7. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
8. Disconnect the 4P connector from the alternator.
9. Ground the No.3 terminal of the 4P connector. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Does the charging system indicator come on?
YES - Go to step 10.
NO - Turn the ignition switch OFF. Check for a blown No.6 (15 A) fuse and a blown charging system light bulb. If the fuse and bulb are OK,
repair the open in the WHT/BLU wire.