Battery / Alternator Test; To Perform A Battery Check Only - Innova 7111 Owner's Manual

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Additional Tests
PERFORMING SERVICE RESETS
5. Tap Service Reset in the "breadcrumbs" trail to return to the
Service Reset screen.

Battery / Alternator Test

The tablet can perform a check of the vehicle's battery and alternator
system to ensure the system is operating within acceptable limits. You
can perform a battery check only, or an alternator system (battery and
alternator) check.

To perform a battery check ONLY:

1. Tap Battery / Alternator Test on the Service Reset screen.
The Battery / Alternator Test menu displays.
2. Tap Battery Test.
An "instructional" message displays, showing the procedures to
prepare the vehicle for the battery check.
3. 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.
4. Tap Continue to proceed.
If the engine is running, an advisory message shows. Turn
the engine off, then turn the ignition on. DO NOT start the
engine. Tap Continue to proceed.
An "instructional" message displays.
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