Battery System: Inspection
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The following information details the recommended inspection procedures for the battery and related components. In addition to the maintenance schedules, (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - DESCRIPTION) for gasoline engines or (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES - DESCRIPTION) for diesel engines, it is recommended that these procedures be performed any time the battery or related components must be removed for vehicle service.
- Inspect the battery cable terminal clamps for damage. Replace any battery cable that has a damaged or deformed terminal clamp.
- Inspect the battery tray and battery holddown hardware for damage. Replace any damaged parts.
- Slide the thermal guard off of the battery case (if equipped). Inspect the battery case for cracks or other damage that could result in electrolyte leaks. Also, check the battery terminal posts for looseness. Batteries with damaged cases or loose terminal posts must be replaced.
- Inspect the battery thermal guard (if equipped) for tears, cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace any battery thermal guard that has been damaged.
- Inspect the battery built-in test indicator sight glass (if equipped) for an indication of the battery condition, BUILT-IN INDICATOR TEST for the proper battery built-in indicator test procedures. If the battery is discharged, charge as required. Refer to BATTERY CHARGING for the proper battery charging procedures.