Re: Battery Light

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2011/4/30 9:51:46

The GEN (or is it BAT) light staying on indicates a problem with the generator (not the starter) or the generator regulator. You can do a quick easy check to determine which - locate the "Field" terminal at the regulator and temporarily ground it with a jumper. If the light goes out your problem is with the regulator; if not, it's probably the generator. Do not leave the jumper connected as a "fix"! Though regulators can sometimes be serviced, it's nearly an art and easier to buy a new one from NAPA or the like. Generators should periodically be checked for the conditions of the brushes, armature, and bearings/bushings. Lots of places that can do that for you if you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself.