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Charging System - Abnormal Operation

Number: 84-140

Section: 6E (VIy)

Date: June, 1984
Subject: ABNORMAL CHARGING
SYSTEM OPERATION


Model and Year: 1983-84 CHEVROLETS
TO: ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS


CONDITION

Abnormal charging system operation can result in:

a. An overcharge of the battery and possible electrolyte leakage, or

b. An undercharge resulting in a low battery state of charge.


CAUSE

These conditions may be caused by a faulty voltage regulator.


CORRECTION

Voltage regulators produced after approximately April 1, 1984 are identified with a letter "L" adjacent to the regulator terminals. These should be used in all 1983-84 alternator repairs.