ok i did some research on the altenator and how to check it and everything came back ok. the battery read 12v off and 13.5v w the engine at 1500rpm. i cleaned and checked my battery connections and they appeared to be fine.

i double checked the haines manual and it said the light comes on to indicate the reservior tank pumps are in working order....when pumped. so i pumped it a few times and i managed to get the light to go out for a little bit but within 2 minutes it was back on.