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NOTE:
• The charging system is independent from load reduction.
The
charging system performs a diagnostic on the
charging system continuously.
• If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may indicate a
pro
blem with the charging system. Refer to “Battery
Charge Warning Light” in “Getting To Know Your Instru
-
ment Panel” for further information.
The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped), and
vehic
le functions which can be affected by load reduction:
• Heated Seat/Vented Seats/Heated Wheel
• Rea
r Defroster And Heated Mirrors
• HVA
C System
• 115
Volt AC Power Inverter System
• Aud
io and Telematics System
Los
s of battery charge may indicate one or more of the
foll
owing conditions:
• The charging system cannot deliver enough electrical
powe
r to the vehicle system because the electrical loads are
larger than the capability of charging system. The charging
system is still functioning properly.
• Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g. HVAC
to
max settings, exterior and interior lights, overloaded
power outlets +12 Volt, 115 Volt AC, USB ports) during
certain driving conditions (city driving, towing, frequent
stopping).
• Installing options like additional lights, upfitter electrical
acc
essories, audio systems, alarms and similar devices.
• Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long
par
king periods).
• The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time
(wee
ks, months).
• The battery was recently replaced and was not charged
com
pletely.
• The battery was discharged by an electrical load left on
when
the vehicle was parked.
• The battery was used for an extended period with the engine
not
running to supply radio, lights, chargers, +12 Volt
portable appliances like vacuum cleaners, game consoles and
similar devices.
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