Servicing should include
- cleaning the battery case and terminals
- filling the battery with distilled water and topping off the electrolyte, if appropriate
- replacing the battery by disconnecting and reconnecting the specified battery size (group number), with respect to polarity
- replacing cables by using the same or larger gauge than manufacturer guidelines
- replacing the connectors, clamps/terminals, and hold-downs.
ASE 3: V. Electric/Electronic Systems: B. Battery System (P-1)
Process/Skill Questions:
- What materials are most battery clamps made of?
- What precautions should be taken when servicing a battery?
- Why is distilled water used when adding water to acid bath batteries?