Chrysler neon 1997 Service Manual page 222

PLASTIC TUBE SIGHT GREENBALL GLASS
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
Fig. 4 Test Indicator
use. Refer to Causes of Battery Discharging in this
Group for more information.
NOTE: CLEAR COLOR = Replace Battery
WARNING: DO NOT CHARGE, ASSIST BOOST,
LOAD TEST, OR ADD WATER TO THE BATTERY
WHEN CLEAR COLOR DOT IS VISIBLE. PERSONAL
INJURY MAY OCCUR.
STEPS
VISUAL INSPECTION
Check for possible damage to
battery and clean battery.
TEST INDICATOR
Check Charge Eye Color
BATTERY OPEN CIRCUIT
VOLTAGE TEST
BATTERY CHARGING
BATTERY LOAD TEST
CHARGING A COMPLETELY
DISCHARGED BATTERY
IGNITION OFF DRAW TEST
BATTERY TOP
is below the test indicator (Fig. 2). Water cannot be
added to a maintenance free battery. The battery
must be replaced. A low electrolyte level may be
caused by an over charging condition. Refer to Gen-
erator Test Procedures on Vehicle.
CAUSES OF BATTERY DISCHARGING
continuous electrical draw from the battery. This
draw will take place with the ignition in the OFF
position, and the courtesy, dome, storage compart-
ments, and engine compartment lights OFF. The con-
tinuous draw is due to various electronic features or
accessories that require electrical current with the
ignition OFF to function properly. When a vehicle is
not used over an extended period of approximately 20
days the IOD fuse should be pulled. The fuse is
located in the power distribution center. Disconnec-
tion of this fuse will reduce the level of battery dis-
charge. Refer to Battery Diagnosis and Testing Chart
and to the proper procedures.
BATTERY DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
(1) Loose battery post, Cracked
battery cover or case, Leaks or Any
other physical
(2) Battery OK.
(1) GREEN
(2) BLACK
(3) CLEAR
(1) Battery is above 12.40 Volts
(2) Battery is below 12.40 Volts.
(1) Battery accepted Charge.
(2) Battery will not accept charge
(1) Acceptable minimum voltage.
(2) Unacceptable minimum voltage
(1) Battery accepted charge.
(2) Battery will not accept charge.
(1) IOD is 5-25 Milliamperes.
(2) IOD Exceeds 25 Milliamperes.
A clear color dot shows electrolyte level in battery
It is normal to have a small 5 to 25 milliamperes
(1) Replace Battery
(2) Check state of charge. Refer to
Test Indicator.
(1) Battery is charged. Perform
Battery 0pen Circuit Voltage Test
(2) Perform Battery Charging
procedure.
(3) Replace Battery.
(1) Perform the Battery Load Test.
(2) Perform Battery Charging
procedure.
(1) Ensure that the indicator eye is
GREEN and perform Battery 0pen
Circuit Voltage Test
(2) Perform Charging a Completely
Discharged Battery.
(1) Battery is OK to put in use,
perform Battery Ignition Off Draw
Test.
(2) Replace Battery and perform
Battery Ignition Off Draw Test.
(1) Ensure that the indicator eye is
GREEN and perform Battery 0pen
Circuit Voltage Test.
(2) Replace Battery.
(1) Vehicle is normal.
(2) Eliminate excess IOD draw.
BATTERY 8A - 3
CORRECTION