16
. BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
16-5
DOWNTOWN 300i
BATTERY CHARGING
Remove the battery
Connect the charger positive (+) cable to the
battery positive (+) terminal.
Connect the charger negative (-) cable to the
battery negative (-) terminal.
CHARGING CURRENT:
Standard: 1 .2A / 5~10 Hours
For battery charging, do not exceed the
charging current and time specified on the
battery. Using excessive current or extending
the charging time may damage the battery.
CHARGING VOLTAGE INSPECTION
Be sure that the battery is in good condition
before performing this test.
Start the engine and warm it up to the
operating temperature; stop the engine.
Connect the multimeter between the positive
(+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery.
To prevent short, make absolutely certain
which are the positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals or cable.
With the headlight on and turned to the high
beam position, restart the engine.
Measure the voltage on the multimeter when
the engine runs at 5000 rpm.
Standard:
Battery charging voltage 14 ~ 15V
Turn the power ON/OFF at the charger,
not at the battery terminals.
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Do not disconnect the battery or any
cable in the charging system without
first switching off the ignition switch.
Failure to follow this precaution can
damage the tester or electrical
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