Conditions Leading To Battery Problems; Battery Maintenance Responsibility; Battery Maintenance Record - Mazda 626 1989 Workshop Manual

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1. CONDITIONS LEADING TO BATTERY PROBLEMS

If a customer complains of poor battery performance {i.e. slow start, no start) perform the following quick check
prior to detailed diagnostics or part replacement
Item
Condition Prior To Battery Problem
Vehicle Condition
Battery Condition
Cable Condition
Vehicle Wiring Grounds
Alternator
Alternator Drive Belt
A preliminary check of these items will, in most cases, reveal the problem without time consuming detailed
diagnostics.
NOTE: As a result of the product testing on returned parts, 60% of the returned alternators and 20% of the
returned batteries are classified NTF (No Trouble Found).

2. BATTERY MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY

Mazda Motor of America has instituted a comprehensive battery maintenance program at port facilities to main­
tain peak battery performance until delivery to the dealer. After wholesale delivery, it is the dealer's responsibil­
ity to maintain the condition of the batteries in new Mazda vehicles while in inventory and at the time of new car
delivery.
Batteries must be periodically recharged to maintain a measured 12.4 volts or better. Loss of battery
voltage is dependent on ambient temperature, demo use and lim e in inventory.
Mazda recommends voltage checks at one month intervals and just prior to retail delivery. The maintenance
and inspection process will vary based on dealer inventory and environmental factors the affect battery life (i.e.
extreme temperatures).

3. BATTERY MAINTENANCE RECORD

Mazda has installed a "Battery Check Tag" on the mirror of ail vehicles (except B-Series and Miata 1 starting
June 1.1996. The tag will document the maintenance efforts of the port personnel and subsequent mainte­
nance at the dealership.
A sample of the "Battery Check Tag" is attached to this bulletin.
retail delivery.
The dealership is responsible for entering the vehicle's battery voltage onto the tag on the following occasions:
NOTE: Entries must be identified by the dealership employee number for quality tracking purposes. After retail
delivery, the tag must be kept with the vehicle's service file.
If a battery claim is made on the vehicle while in inventory, a copy of the "Battery Check Tag" must be attached
to the repair order.
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Date Issued: 04/08/97
Door Open, Lights Left On, Radio On Etc.
Add-On Accessories Installed Properly (Alarms, Cellular
Correct Fluid Level. Check Indicator "Eye" (If Equipped) And
Must Be Free Of Corrosion, Terminals Tight
Check By Voltage Drop Measures
Check Alternator Output (Between 13.5 And 15.5 Volts)
Must Be Set To Correct Tension And In Good Condition
• Wholesale Delivery
• Planned Dealer Inventory Maintenance
• Retail Delivery
Revised: 06/19/97
Check
Phones, Stereo Amp. Etc.)
Note Color
tag
Do not remove this from the m irror until