Battery: Testing and Inspection

1. CHECK BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL AND VOLTAGE







a. Check the electrolyte quantity of each cell.

If under the lower level, replace the battery (or add distilled water if possible). check the charging system.







b. Measure the battery voltage between the negative (-) and positive (+) terminals of the battery.

Standard voltage:
At 20°C (68°F): 12.7 - 12.9 V

HINT:
^ Before measuring the voltage, turn the ignition switch OFF and turn off the electrical systems (headlight, blower motor, rear defogger etc.).
^ If the vehicle has been running, wait 20 minutes or more after the vehicle stops before measuring the battery voltage.

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

HINT: Check the indicator as shown in the illustration.

2. CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS, FUSIBLE LINK AND FUSES







a. Check that the battery terminals are not loose or corroded.







b. Check the fusible link and fuses for continuity.

Fusible link:
MAIN 2.0 L
AM1 1.25 B
AM2 0.3 P

H - Fuse:
AM1 50A

Fuse:
IGN 7.5A
CHARGE 7.5A