1999 NISSAN PRIMERA Electronic Repair Manual

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual CAUTION:
If it becomes necessary to start the engine with a
booster battery and jumper cables, use a 12-volt booster
battery.
After connecting battery cables, ensure that they are
tightly clamped to

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual Remove the cell plug using a suitable tool.
Add distilled water up to the MAX level.
SULPHATION
A battery will be completely discharged if it is left unattended for
a long time and the specific grav

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual 2.Convert into specific gravity at 20°C (68°F).
Example:
When electrolyte temperature is 35°C (95°F) and specific
gravity of electrolyte is 1.230, converted specific gravity at
20°C (68°F) is 1

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual Battery Test and Charging Chart
Chart I
VISUAL INSPECTIONCheck battery case for cracks or bends.Check battery terminals for damage.If the difference between the max. and min. electrolyte level in c

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual Chart II
CAPACITY TEST
Test using battery checker.Test using load tester.
Follow manufacturer’s
instructions to check and
determine if battery is ser-
viceable.
OK NGRead load tester voltage
when sp

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual A: SLOW CHARGE
Determine initial charging current from specific gravity
referring to Fig. 2.
Charge battery.Check charging voltage 30 minutes after starting the
battery charge.
12 to 15 volts
OKBelo

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual B: STANDARD CHARGE
Determine initial charging current from
specific gravity, referring to Fig. 4.
Charge battery for 8 hours.
CHECKING SPECIFIC GRAVITY
Refer to“Specific Gravity Check”.
Conduct ad

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NISSAN PRIMERA 1999  Electronic Repair Manual C: QUICK CHARGE
Determine initial charging current setting and
charging time from specific gravity, referring to
Fig. 6.
Charge battery.
Go to“CAPACITY TEST”.Fig. 6 INITIAL CHARGING CURRENT SETTIN