Diagnosis And Testing: Battery

Battery 

Base Part Number: 10655

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

GR1 190 V3.0 Intelligent Diagnostic Charger 162-00036

Battery Condition Test 

Battery condition is determined by measuring battery terminal voltage after a specific discharge current is applied for a specified time period.

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks 

Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods

• Inspect wiring, terminals and connectors.
• Inspect the battery.
• Inspect battery mounting.
• Inspect high current BJB connections.

PINPOINT TEST A : BATTERY CONDITION TEST 

• A1 TEST THE BATTERY CONDITION
  
  
  NOTE: A red test-eye indicates the battery is discharged, not necessarily damaged.
  NOTE: Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.
  • Using the Intelligent Diagnostic Charger and the battery cables removed from the battery, verify the battery condition.

  Is the battery OK? 

  Yes	RETURN the battery to service.

  No	If the analyzer reads REPLACE BATTERY or REPLACE-BAD CELL, INSTALL a new battery. REFER to: Battery