On-Vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION:
- Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.
- Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given a quick charge.
- Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.

CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE

1. If 20 minutes have not passed since the engine was stopped, turn the ignition switch ON and turn on the electrical system (headlamp, blower motor, rear defogger etc.) for 60 seconds to remove the surface charge.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and turn off the electrical systems.
3. Measure the battery voltage between the negative (-) and positive (+) terminals of the battery.

Standard voltage : 12.5 - 12.9V at 20 °C(68 °F)

If the voltage is less than specification, charge the battery.

CHECK THE BATTERY TERMINALS AND FUSES

1. Check that the battery terminals are not loose or corroded.
2. Check the fuses for continuity.