Voltage Check - Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual

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G-8
BATTERY
CHARGING SYSTEM
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BATTERY
Caution
• Obtain the code number and deactivate the audio
anti-theft system before disconnecting the battery.
(Refer to page T -113.)
Inspection
Warning
• The negative battery cable must be removed first
and installed last.
1. Disconnect the battery cables from the battery.
2_ Connect a voltmeter to the battery.
VOLTAGE CHECK
Below 12.0V
I
12.0-12.6V
Above 12.6V
I
+
Quick-charge (20A) fo
table below, and rech
r time specified in
Batter
eck voltage
Battery voltage Charging time
Below 11.0V
75 min.
11.0-11.5V 50
min.
11.5-12.0V 30
min .
•
Below 12.0V
Above
12.0V
I
Replace battery
~
Charge by referring to charging procedure, and
recheck voltage after charging (Refer to page G-9)
t
Below 12.4V
I
Charge again by referring to charging procedure,
and recheck voltage after charging
(Refer to page G-9)
I
t
~
Below 12.4V Above 12.4V
t
~
Replace battery Battery OK
•
Above 12.4V
Battery OK
y OK
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