Battery/Charging System Service Information - Honda CBR954RR 2002 Service Manual

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SYSTEM DIAGRAM
SERVICE INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
BATTERY
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when
charging.
The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact w i t h skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective
clothing and a face shield.
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If electrolyte gets on your skin, flush with water.
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If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately.
Electrolyte is poisonous.
- If swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and call your local Poison Control Center or a call a physician
i m mediately.
Always turn off the ignition switch before disconnecting any electrical component.
Some electrical components may be damaged if terminals or connectors are connected or disconnected while the igni-
tion switch turned to "ON
For extended storage, remove the battery, give it a full charge, and store it in a cool, dry space. For maximum service
life, charge the stored battery every t w o weeks.
For a battery remaining in a stored motorcycle, disconnect the negative battery cable f r o m the battery terminal.
The maintenance free battery must be replaced when it reaches the end of its service life.
The battery can be damaged or overcharged or undercharged, or left to discharge for long periods. These same condi-
tions contribute t o shortening the "life span" of the battery. Even under normal use, the performance of the battery dete-
riorates after 2-3 years.
Battery voltage may recover after battery charging, but under heavy load, battery voltage will drop quickly and eventu-
ally die out. For this reason, the charging system is often suspected as the problem. Battery overcharge often results
from problems i n the battery itself, which may appear t o be an overcharging symptom. If one of the battery cells is short-
ed and battery voltage does not increase, the regulator/rectifier supplies excess voltage t o the battery. Under these con-
ditions, the electrolyte level goes down quickly.
Before troubleshooting the charging system, check for proper use and maintenance of the battery. Check if the battery
is frequently under heavy load, such as having the headlight and tail light on for long periods of time without riding the
motorcycle.
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and current is present.
CHARGING SYSTEM INSPECTION
ALTERNATOR CHARGING COIL
REG U LATOR/RECTI FI E R
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