1. Remove the battery and then place it in a pan of water.
2. Remove the battery filler caps.
3. Connect a battery charger to the battery and adjust the charging current as follows.
Battery slow charge current
80D26L (55): 5.5-6.5 A
Battery quick charge current [30 min]
80D26L (55): 35 A
4. After the battery is recharged, verify that the voltage is within the specification and remains at the same
value for
1 h or more
after the recharging has been completed.
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If not within the specification, replace the battery.
Standard voltage
12.4 V or more
Fig. 4: Identifying Battery & Battery Charger
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
GENERATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
WARNING:
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Keep all flames away from the battery, otherwise evaporated gas
from the battery fluid may catch fire, and cause serious injury.
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Remove the battery filler caps when recharging to prevent battery
deformation or damage.
CAUTION:
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Do not quick charge for more than 30 min. It will damage the battery.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Charging System (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
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