Hyundai Sonata 1991 Shop Manual page 139

CHARGING SYSTEM
BATTERY CHARGE RATE
Charge method Fast charge Slow charge
Battery type
MF60B MF68AH MF60B MF68AH
Current
Specific gravity
20A
25A
5A
6A
Below 1.100 4 hours 4 hours 14 hours 14 hours
1.100-1.130 3 hours 3 hours 12 hours
12 hours
1.130-1.160 2.5 hours 2.5 hours 10 hours 10 hours
1.160-1.190 2.0 hours 2.0 hours
8 hours
8 hours
1.190 - 1.220 1.5 hours 1.5 hours 6 hours 6 hours
Above 1.220 1 hours 1 hours 4 hours 4 hours
*MF68AH (CANADA ONLY)
Battery Visual Inspection (2)
1. Make sure ignition switch is in Off position and all battery feed
accessories are Off.
2. Disconnect battery cables at battery (negative first)
3. Remove battery from vehicle.
CAUTION
Care should be taken in the event the battery case is cracked
or leaking to protect your hands from the electrolye. A suit-
able pair of rubber gloves (not household type) should be
worn-when this removing the battery by hand.
4. Inspect the battery carrier for damage caused by the loss of
acid from the battery. If acid damage is present. it will be
necessary to clean the area with a solution of clean warm
water and baking soda. Scrub the area with a stiff bristle brush
and wipe oil with a cloth moistened with ammonia or baking
soda and water.
5. Clean the top of the battery with the same solutions as des-
cribed in Step (4).
6. Inspect the battery case and cover for cracks. If cracks are
present. the battery must be replaced.
7. Clean the inside surface olthe terminal clamps with a suitable
battery terminal cleaning tool. Replace damaged or frayed
cables and broken terminal clamps.
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