The battery is an important component of the electrical system. This battery used on the vehicle is a mainte-
nance-free battery. For long period of storage, the battery will discharge by itself, so it should be charged every
3 months. After 2 to 3 years of regular use, the capacity of the battery will diminish so it will need charging.
Should the battery need to be replaced, use the same type of battery.
• Turn the main switch to the “OFF” position.
• Disconnect the negative ground wire from the battery.
• Connect the positive end of the meter with the negative end of the battery.
• Connect the negative end of the meter with the ground wire.
• Test the electric drain. In general, the number should be less than 1 mA. Inspect for a short circuit of the igni-
tion switch and the main wiring harness.
CHARGING STATUS INSPECTION
• Install a fully charged battery.
• Connect the voltmeter to the battery.
• Remove the fuse, and connect the meter with two ends of the fuse.
• Connect the tachometer with the engine (not necessary if rpm indicator is on vehicle).
• Start the engine and accelerate slowly; measure the charging voltage and current.
Charging voltage (V) 13.5 ~ 15.5 @ 5000 RPM
Charging current (A) 0.5 @ 5000 RPM
If the voltage is not in the range of the above specifi ed value, please inspect the voltage regulator.
• Disconnect the negative battery lead wire fi rst.
• Disconnect the positive battery second.
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