Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 04 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)
SYMPTOM FALSE FUEL AND/OR TEMPERATURE GAUGE READINGS.
CONDITION NORMAL USE
1. Verify sender unit for free movement and/or correct arm position.
a. Defective or damaged part.
Correct or replace sender unit.
TEST/INSPECTION
2. Verify sender unit/gauge wiring harness condition.
a. Heating, rotating or sharp part in contact with harness. Improper harness routing.
Replace or repair damaged wires. Reroute where necessary.
SYMPTOM NO ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES WORK WHEN ENGINE IS ON IDLE.
CONDITION NORMAL USE
1. Check idle speed.
a. Too low idle speed.
Readjust to specifications.
TEST/INSPECTION
2. Verify regulator.
a. Faulty regulator.
Replace.
SYMPTOM BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ON.
CONDITION NORMAL USE
1. Check if bulb is properly installed.
a. Bulb is not installed correctly (contact elements are reversed).
Install bulb correctly.
2. Check brake switch.
a. Switch contact remains closed.
Replace brake switch.
TEST/INSPECTION
3. Check wiring harness.
a. Shortedwiringharness.
Replace or repair wiring harness.
SYMPTOM REAR LIGHT BULB FLASHES.
CONDITION NORMAL USE
1. Check bulb tightness in housing.
a. Looseness at bulb contact elements.
Install bulb correctly.
2. Check if rear light is properly connected.
a. Connector housing is partially connected.
Install connector housing properly.
TEST/INSPECTION
3. Check continuity of wires.
a. Corroded terminals and/or broken wires.
Replace terminal(s) or crimp defective wir
es.
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