Battery, Inspection

Battery

The battery is one of the most important electrical components in the vehicle. Its proper functioning is a major factor in ensuring customer satisfaction. To guarantee a long service life, the battery must be checked, serviced and maintained as described in this service information.

In addition to its function of starting the vehicle, the battery performs other tasks as a buffer and a source of electrical energy for the vehicle's entire electrical system.

Battery, Inspection

CAUTION!
The battery plugs must be fully tightened when charging, measuring voltage or performing load tests.

A visual check of the battery should be performed before performing measurements such as resting voltage, electrolyte density or battery load check.

Performing this test establishes:

• Whether battery housing is damaged. Electrolyte can leak out if housing is damaged.

• Whether battery posts (battery cable connections) are damaged. Wiring connector contact cannot be guaranteed if battery post is damaged. This may cause a cable to spark/burn which may cause malfunctions in electrical system.