Matco Tools MD95 Operating Instructions Manual page 41

To perform a battery check ONLY:
1. Press and release M.
The Main Menu displays.
2. Select Battery/ Alternator Monitor,
then press ENTER
The Battery/Alternator Monitor Menu
displays.
3. Select Battery Monitor, then press ENTER
An "instructional" message displays, showing the procedures to
prepare the vehicle for the battery check.
4. Prepare the vehicle for the battery check:
Turn the engine off.
Place the transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, and set the
parking brake.
Make a visual check of the battery's condition. If the battery
terminals are corroded or other damage is present, clean or
replace the battery as appropriate.
For "unsealed" batteries, make sure the water level in each cell
is above the battery plates.
Turn the ignition on. DO NOT start the engine.
5. Press ENTER
If the engine is running, an advisory message shows. Turn
the engine off, then turn the ignition on. DO NOT start the
engine. Press ENTER
An "instructional" message displays.
6. Turn the vehicle's headlights on, the press ENTER
A "countdown" message shows while the battery check is in
process.
If battery voltage is less than 12.1 volts, an advisory message
displays. Press M to return to the Main Menu. Turn the ignition
off and disconnect the Scan Tool from the vehicle. Fully charge
the battery, then repeat the battery check.
If battery voltage is greater than 12.1 volts, an "instructional"
message displays.
7. Turn the vehicle's headlights off, then press ENTER
An "instructional" message displays.
8. Start the vehicle's engine. Allow the engine to run for several
seconds, then turn the engine off. Repeat for a total of three
"start/stop" cycles.
BATTERY/ALTERNATOR MONITOR
.
to begin the battery check.
to continue.
Additional Tests
.
to continue.
to continue.
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