Suzuki Samurai 1986, Service Manual

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3) Make sure to assemble terminal
insulator properly.
10-2. BATTERY
1. terminal insulator
Fig.
4) Alternator V belt tension.
1. Crankshaft pulley
2. Water pump pulley
3. Alternator pulley
A : Belt deflection
Fig.
Drive belt deflection
10 kg thumb
pressure)
(0.24 0.35 in)
NOTE:
Clamp brake pipe with pipe clamp on radiator
under cover after installing radiator under cover.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The battery has three major functions in the
electrical system. First, it is a source of electrical
energy for cranking the engine. Second it acts as
a voltage stabilizer for the electrical system. And
third, it can, for a limited time, provide energy
when the electrical load exceeds the output of
the generator.
Each new car shipped from the factory is
fitted with following battery.
Model
Rated capacity 1 3 7
This battery is completely sealed, except for six
small vent holes in the top. These vent holes
allows the small amount of gas produced in the
battery to escape. This sealed battery has a
built-in temperature compensated indicator in
the top of the battery.
Fig.
CARE OF THE BATTERY
[Electrolyte freezing]
The freezing point of electrolyte depends on its
specific gravity. Since freezing may ruin a
battery, it should be protected against freezing
by keeping it in a fully charged condition.
10-10