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Charging System: Service Precautions





1AR-FE BATTERY / CHARGING: CHARGING SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

1. Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.

2. Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given a quick charge.

3. Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.

4. Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running.

5. Check that the charging cable nuts are tightened on terminal B of the generator and the engine room relay block.