Check Batteries, Clean and Tighten Terminals

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Outer Battery

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Inner Battery

1 - Battery Compartment Door

2 - Top Access Door Latch

3 - Circuit Breaker Box

4 - Battery Disconnect Switch

5 - Mounting Bracket Assembly (2 used)

6 - Terminal (4 used)

7 - Battery Charge Indicator (2 used)

1. Open hood. Open battery compartment door (1).

2. Push top access door latch (2) inward and open top access door.

3. Clean debris from battery compartment.

4. Inspect circuit breaker box (3) and battery disconnect switch (4) for damage and secure installation. Tighten mounting hardware, if necessary. Replace damaged components. (See your authorized dealer.)

5. Inspect batteries and cables for damage. Replace, if necessary. (See Replace Batteries in Miscellaneous—Maintenance section for battery replacement.)

6. Inspect and clean terminals (6). Ensure that posts are secure in battery housings. Ensure that cables are securely installed on posts.

7. Ensure that mounting bracket assemblies (5) are secure. Tighten nuts, if necessary.

8. Check battery charge indicator (7) on each battery. The colors displayed are as follows:

   • Green—Battery is fully charged.
   • Black—Battery charge is low and must be charged. (See Using Battery Charger in Miscellaneous—Maintenance section.)
   • Yellow—Battery life has expired. Battery must be replaced.
   
   

9. Start engine. After bulb check, verify that battery charge indicator on instrument panel is not lit. Verify battery voltages on monitor display unit.