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NOTE: tion. The charging system performs a diagnostic on the • If the Battery Charge Warning Light is on it may indicate a problem with the charging system. Refer to “Battery The electrical loads that may be switched off (if equipped), power to the vehicle system because the electrical loads • Turning on all possible vehicle electrical loads (e.g. HVAC to max settings, exterior and interior lights, • Installing options like additional lights, upfitter electri- cal accessories, audio systems, alarms and similar de- • Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated by long parking periods). • The vehicle was parked for an extended period of time (weeks, months). • The battery was recently replaced and was not charged completely. • 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, 4 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 |