Inspection Procedure
- INSPECT BATTERY NOTE: When disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, the cowl top ventilator louver must also be removed and installed. Be sure to install the cowl top ventilator louver properly. If it is not installed properly, water may enter the engine room and cause malfunctions.
- Inspect the battery specific gravity.
- Check the specific gravity of each cell.
Standard gravity: 1.25 to 1.29 at 20°C (68°F)
- Check the specific gravity of each cell.
- Inspect the battery voltage.
- After the vehicle is driven for 20 minutes, stop the engine.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG), and turn on the headlights, blower fan and defogger for 1 minute.
- Turn the engine switch off.
- Measure the battery voltage.
Standard voltage: 9.6 V or more
NG: REPLACE BATTERY
OK: CHECK ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT (See ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT )
- Inspect the battery specific gravity.