Suzuki drz 400E, Service Manual

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SERVICING INFORMATION 8-9
BATTERY (DR-Z400E)
Sulfation or spots on
surfaces of cell
plates. 1. Cracked battery case.
2. Battery has been left in a run-down condition for a long
time.
Replace.
Replace.
Battery runs down
quickly. 1. Incorrect charging method.
2. Battery cell plates have lost much of their active mate-
rial as a result of overcharging.
3. Internally shorted battery.
4. Excessively low battery voltage.
5. Battery is too old.
6. Dirty container top and sides.
Check generator, regulator/
rectifier circuit connections,
and make necessary adjust-
ment to obtain specified
charging operation.
Replace battery and correct
charging system.
Replace.
Charge.
Replace.
Clean.
Battery sulfation. 1. Incorrect charging rate.
(When not in use, the battery should be checked at
least once a month and properly charged if necessary,
to avoid sulfation.)
2. The battery was left unused in a cold climate for too
long.
Replace.
Replace the battery if badly
sulfated.
Complaint Symptom and possible causes Remedy