On-Vehicle Service

Battery Inspection:

BATTERY CHECK

BATTERY VISUAL CHECK (1)
The battery contains a visual test indicator which gives blue signal when an adequate charge level exists, and white signal when charging is required.

BATTERY VISUAL INSPECTION (2)
Make sure ignition switch is in OFF position and all battery feed accessories are OFF
1. Disconnect ground cable from battery before disconnecting (+) cable.
2. Remove battery from vehicle.

CAUTION: Care should be taken in the event battery case is cracked or leaking to protect hands from the electrolyte. A suitable pair of rubber gloves (not the house hold type) should be worn when removing battery by hand.

3. Inspect battery carrier for damage caused by loss of acid from battery. It acid damage is present, it will be necessary to clean area with a solution of clean warm water and baking soda. Scrub area with a stiff bristle brush and wipe off with a cloth moistened with ammonia or baking soda in water.
4. Clean top of battery with same solutions as described in step 3
5. Inspect battery case and cover for cracks. If cracks are present, battery must be replaced.
6. Clean the battery post with a suitable battery post cleaning tool.
7. Clean the inside surfaces of the terminal clamps with a suitable battery terminal cleaning tool. Replace damaged or frayed cables and broken terminal clamps.
8. Install the battery in vehicle.
9. Connect (+) and (-) cables to battery in the order of mention.
10. Tighten the clamp nut securely.

BATTERY CHARGING

CAUTION: When batteries are being charged, an explosive gas forms beneath the cover of each cell. Do not smoke near batteries on charge or which have recently been charged.
Do not break live circuits at the terminals of the batteries on charge. A spark will occur where the live circuit is broken.
Keep all open flames away from the battery.

CHARGE RATE
If the test indicator is white, the battery should be charged as outlined below.
When the dot appears or when maximum charge shown is reached, charging should be stopped.




Charge Rate Chart
Battery electrolyte temperature may temporarily be allowed to rise to 55° C (131° F). Increase of electrolyte temperature above 55° C (131° F) is harmful to the battery, causing deformation of battery cell, decrease in life of battery, etc.

NOTE: If the indicator does not turn to blue even after the battery is charged, the battery should be replaced; do not overcharge