Pinpoint Test A: Battery Condition Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Milan, 2009 Lincoln MKZ, and 2009 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

A1 TEST THE BATTERY CONDITION
NOTE: A red test-eye indicates the battery is discharged, not necessarily defective.

NOTE: Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.
- Verify the battery condition using the battery analyzer.
- Is the battery OK?
1. YES : If the meter reads GOOD BATTERY, RETURN the battery to service.
  If the meter reads GOOD-RECHARGE, CHARGE the battery and RETURN it to service.
  
  If the meter reads CHARGE & RETEST, fully CHARGE and RETEST the battery.
2. NO : If the meter reads REPLACE BATTERY, INSTALL a new battery.
  If the meter reads BAD CELL-REPLACE, INSTALL a new battery.