CHARGE RATE
Recommended rate and time for fully discharged condition (flat discharged) is illustrated in the chart below. When the specific gravity of electrolyte keeps 1.22 to 1.29 for more than one hour, charging should be stopped.
Charge Rate Chart
| Battery | BCI Group size 35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Slow charging | 4 amps 21 hours | |
CHARGE RATE CHART
- STEP 1. Check the battery cables. Remove the negative cable, then the positive cable. Check for dirty or corroded connections. Q: Are the battery cables dirty or have corroded connections? YES: Clean the battery cables. Then go to Step 2. NO: Go to Step 2.
- STEP 2. Check the battery posts. Check for loose battery post. Q: Are the battery posts loose? Yes: Replace the battery. NO: Go to Step 3.
- STEP 3. Check the battery case and cover. Remove the hold-downs and shields. Check for broken/cracked case or cover. Q: Is the battery case or cover faulty? YES: Replace the battery. NO: Go to Step 4.
- STEP 4. Check the open circuit voltage. Turn headlights on for 15 seconds. Turn headlights off for two minutes to allow battery positive voltage to stabilize. Disconnect the battery cables. Read open circuit voltage. Q: Is open circuit voltage 12.4 volts or more? YES: Go to Step 6 . NO: Go to Step 5.
- STEP 5. Battery charging Charge the battery. (Refer to «CHARGE RATE CHART»(ref-592987-S10010374212014011300000) ) Q: Is open circuit voltage 12.4 volts or more? YES: Go to Step 6. NO: Replace the battery.
- STEP 6. Check the load test. Connect a load tester to the battery. Load the battery at the recommended discharge rate for 15 seconds (Refer to «LOAD TEST RATE CHART»(ref-592987-S38172240702014011300000) . Read voltage after 15 seconds, then remove load. Compare the measured value with the minimum voltage. (Refer to «LOAD TEST CHART»(ref-592987-S17704305552014011300000) . Q: Is the voltage higher than minimum voltage? YES: The battery is normal. NO: Replace the battery.
CURRENT SENSOR RESISTANCE VALUE
Use the circuit tester to measure the resistance value between battery current sensor connector terminals.
Standard value
| Terminal No. (positive terminal - negative terminal) | Resistance (kohms) |
|---|---|
| 1 - 3 | 3 - 10 |
| 1 - 4 | Less than 0.5 |
| 3 - 4 | 3 - 10 |
CURRENT SENSOR RESISTANCE
Scheme 3
TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE VALUE
Using the circuit tester, measure the resistance value between the battery current sensor connector terminal No. 2 and No. 3.
Standard value
| Temperature °C (°F) | Resistance (kohms) |
|---|---|
| 0 (32) | 4.5 - 7.2 |
| 25 (77) | 1.6 - 2.5 |
| 40 (104) | 0.96 - 1.40 |
TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE