Post (top or side) burned,
affecting performance .. A ........... (6) Require repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side) burned,
not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 6) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side)
corroded, affecting
performance ............ A ................. Require repair.
Post (top or side)
corroded, not affecting
performance ............ 2 ................. Suggest repair.
Post (top or side)
loose .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Post (top or side)
melted, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 6) Require repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side)
melted, not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 6) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Specific gravity low .... B .......... ( 7) Further inspection
required.
State of charge low ..... A .......... ( 7) Further inspection
required.
Top dirty ............... 2 ....... Suggest cleaning battery.
Top wet ................. A ... ( 8) Require cleaning battery.
Further inspection required.
Vent cap loose .......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of vent cap.
Vent cap missing ........ C ..... Require replacement of vent
cap.
( 1) - DO NOT attempt to charge a frozen battery. Allow
battery to warm thoroughly and then performance-test.
If battery fails performance test, require replacement.
( 2) - No service suggested or required unless the battery
fails performance test, in which case, require
replacement.
( 3) - This phrase refers to a battery that fails to either
accept and/or retain a charge using appropriate times
listed in the Battery Charging Guide of the BCI Service
Manual, battery charger operating manual, or battery
manufacturer's specifications.
( 4) - Determine cause of low fluid level. Refill to proper
level(s) with water (distilled water preferred).
Recharge battery and performance-test.
( 5) - The battery may meet battery manufacturer's
specifications but test below the minimum
specification defined by the vehicle's OEM for
that vehicle.
( 6) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of part.
( 7) - Recharge and test to manufacturer's specifications.
If battery fails performance test, require replacement.
( 8) - Check fluid level and adjust to manufacturer's
specification. Suggest checking charging system
for proper operation.
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BATTERY CABLES, WIRES AND CONNECTORS