What causes the battery light to illuminate on the dashboard?
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The reasons why the battery light illuminates on the dashboard are: 1. Battery failure, such as depleted power or battery malfunction. The solution is to use a multimeter to test the battery voltage. If the voltage is low, recharge it to restore power; if the battery is malfunctioning, replace it. 2. Loose or oxidized battery terminals, which can cause poor contact and trigger the battery light. The solution is to clean and tighten the battery connections. 3. A loose alternator belt or tensioner can cause the charging system to malfunction, resulting in the battery light illuminating. The solution is to replace the belt or adjust the tensioner. 4. Malfunctioning alternator voltage regulator or excitation circuit can cause the battery light to illuminate. The solution is to troubleshoot the alternator.