The battery charging indicator does not light up when the ignition is on
Battery low
Charge the battery.
The fastening of the wire terminals on the battery is loose or the terminals are rusted
Check wiring, clean terminals.
Loose fastening of the wire terminal on the generator or the terminals are rusted
Check the wire fastening, clean the terminals and tighten the nut.
Charging indicator light burned out
Replace light bulb.
Faulty voltage regulator
Check voltage regulator. Replace if necessary.
Open circuit between the generator, the ignition switch and the control light
Check the circuit with an ohmmeter. Repair the wire if necessary.
Carbon brushes do not adhere to slip rings
Check the ease of movement, the minimum length of the brushes, and the pressure of the brushes.
The battery charging indicator light does not go out when the engine speed increases
The ribbed belt is loose and it slips
Pull on the ribbed belt. Check the performance of the tensioner and replace it if necessary.
Wear of the carbon brushes of the voltage regulator
Examine the carbon brushes. Replace if necessary.
Damaged wires or loose terminals
Check wires and contacts. Replace wiring harness if necessary.
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