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Testing Battery Capacity




Testing Battery Capacity












- Load the battery with about 200 A for 15 seconds by running the starter motor, for instance. Take a voltage reading on the battery at the same time.

Connect the test probes as follows:
Battery (1) B+
Battery (1) B-

Is battery voltage above 9.6 V ?


NO - Test Charging the Battery

YES - Continue with Testing Battery Capacity






The battery is in good condition

After performing this procedure Final Check - I