Battery Maintenance & Test Procedures (TS 2-08 12070)
Publication date: 1992-12-01Reference number: TS 2-08 12070
BATTERY MAINTENANCE & TEST PROCEDURES
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): TS 2-08 12070, Date of Issue:
BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND BATTERY TEST RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DEALER STOCK VEHICLES
Model(s): All Suzuki Models
Group: Body Electrical
Bulletin No.: TS 2-08 12070
Date: December, 1992
SERVICE INFORMATION
The batteries in your dealer stock must be maintained on a periodic basis. Weekly/daily starting of the engine will help maintain engine lubrication, but will gradually discharge the battery. If a vehicle is in your stock for over two (2) months or is being delivered to a new retail customer, it should have a fully charged battery.
If you suspect a battery problem or have a dead battery, use the inspection/servicing procedure shown in the flow chart in Fig 1 .
WARNING:
If while charging, the battery feels hot, 125°F (52°C) or higher, or if violent gassing/spewing of electrolyte through the vent hole occurs, discontinue charging or reduce the charging rate.
APPENDIX A
| Model | Manufacturer | (Load) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidekick | Furukawa | 230A |
| Sidekick | Delco | 250A |
| Swift | Furukawa | 200A |
| Swift | Delco | 190A |
APPENDIX B
| Estimated Electrolyte Temperature | Voltage |
|---|---|
| 70° F or above | 9.6V |
| 60° F | 9.5V |
| 50° F | 9.4V |
| 40° F | 9.3V |
| 30° F | 9.1V |
| 20° F | 8.9V |
| 10° F | 8.7V |
| 0° F | 8.5V |