If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

Reasons for the indicator to come on

Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the battery is not being charged.

What to do when the indicator comes on

Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.

If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge the battery.

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