Battery Description

Battery Warning Label:

CAUTION: Refer to Batteries Generating Hydrogen Gas Caution in Service Precautions

Battery
The maintenance free battery is standard. There are no vent plugs in the cover. The battery is completely sealed except for two small vent holes in the side. These vent holes allow the small amount of gas that is produced in the battery to escape.

The battery has 3 functions as a major source of energy:
^ Engine cranking
^ Voltage stabilizer
^ Alternate source of energy with generator overload.

The battery specification label contains information about the following:
^ The test ratings
^ The original equipment catalog number
^ The recommended replacement model number

Battery Ratings

Battery Specification Label:

A battery has 2 ratings:
^ Reserve capacity
^ Cold cranking amperage

When a battery is replaced use a battery with similar ratings. Refer to the battery specification label on the original battery or refer to Battery Usage. Battery Usage

Reserve Capacity
Reserve capacity is the amount of time in minutes it takes a fully charged battery, being discharged at a constant rate of 25 amperes and a constant temperature of 27°C (80°F) to reach a terminal voltage of 10.5 V. Refer to Battery Usage for the reserve capacity rating of the original equipment battery. Battery Usage

Cold Cranking Amperage
The cold cranking amperage is an indication of the ability of the battery to crank the engine at cold temperatures. The cold cranking amperage rating is the minimum amperage the battery must maintain for 30 seconds at -18°C (0°F) while maintaining at least 7.2 Volts. Refer to Battery Usage for the cold cranking amperage rating for this vehicle. Battery Usage