CH0EO
−
02
CH0712
Blue
Red
White
Charging
Necessary
OK
Add Distilled
Water
CH
−
2
−
CHARGING
CHARGING SYSTEM
1996 LAND CRUISER (RM451U)
CHARGING SYSTEM
ON
−
VEHICLE INSPECTION
1.
CHECK BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL AND VOLT-
AGE
(a)
Check the electrolyte quantity of each cell.
If under the lower level, replace the battery (or add distilled wa-
ter if possible). check the charging system.
(b)
Measure the battery voltage between the negative (
−
)
and positive (+) terminals of the battery.
Standard voltage: At 20
°
C (68
°
F): 12.7
−
12.9 V
HINT:
S
Before measuring the voltage, turn the ignition switch
OFF and turn off the electrical systems (headlight, blower
motor, rear defogger etc.).
S
If the vehicle has been running, wait 20 minutes or more
after the vehicle stops before measuring the battery volt-
age.
If the voltage is less than specification, charge the battery.
HINT:
Check the indicator as shown in the illustration.
2.
CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS, FUSIBLE LINK AND
FUSES
(a)
Check that the battery terminals are not loose or cor-
roded.
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