Mazda MX-6 1998, Руководство по ремонту

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CHARGING SYSTEM
Dark Current
1. Verify that the ignition switch is at OFF position
and that the ignition key has been removed.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Caution
•
Operating electrical loads while measuring
the dark current can damage the circuit
tester.
3. Measure the dark current between the negative
battery terminal and the negative battery cable.
Dark current
20 mA max.
4. If the current exceeds the maximum, remove the
fuse in the main fuse block and the fuse block one
by one while measuring the dark current.
5. Inspect and repair harnesses and connectors of
the fuse at which the current reduces.
BATTERY RECHARGING
Warning
•
Hydrogen gas is produced during normal
battery operation. A battery-related
explosion can cause serious injury. Keep
all flames (including cigarettes), heat, and
sparks away from the top and surrounding
area of open battery cells.
Caution
• When disconnecting the battery, remove
the negative cable first and install it last to
prevent damage to electrical components
or the battery.
• To prevent damage to electrical
components or the battery, turn all
accessories off and stop the engine before
performing maintenance or recharging the
battery.
• Do not quick charge for over 30 minutes. It
will damage the battery.
1. Place a battery in a pan of water to prevent it from
overheating. The water level should come up
about halfway on the battery. Keep water off the
top of the battery.
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Battery type
(5-hour rate)
Slow charge
(A)
Quick charge
(A)/(30 min.)
GROUP 36R (48) 4.5— 5.5 30
4. After the battery has been charged again,
measure the battery positive voltage and verify
that the battery keeps specified voltage for more
than 1 hour.
Specification
Above 12.4 V
5. If not as specified, replace the battery.
2. Connect a battery charger to the battery.
3. Adjust the charging current as follows.
0 1 -1 7 -2