engine warning light SUZUKI JIMNY 2005 3.G Service Owner's Manual

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BUILT-IN INDICATOR (IF EQUIPPED)
The battery has a built-in temperature compensated indicator in
the top of the battery. This indicator is to be used with the follow-
ing diagnostic procedure. When checking the indicator, make
sure that the battery has a clean top. A light may be needed in
some poorly-lit areas.
Three types of indication which is available under normal opera-
tion are as follows.
Green Dot
Battery is sufficiently charged for testing.
Dark
Battery must be charged before testing.
If there is a cranking complaint, battery should be tested as
described in Diagnosis section. Charging and electrical sys-
tems should also be checked at this time.
Clear or Light Yellow
This means that fluid level is below the bottom of hydrome-
ter. Its possible cause is excessive or prolonged charging, a
broken case, excessive tipping or normal battery deteriora-
tion.
When the battery is found in such condition, it is possible
that high charging voltage is caused by the faulty charging
system and therefore, charging and electrical systems need
to be checked. If there is a trouble in cranking and its cause
lies in the battery, it should be replaced.
CARE OF BATTERY
1) The battery is a very reliable component, but needs periodi-
cal attentions.
Keep the battery carrier clean.
Prevent rust formation on the terminal posts.
Keep the electrolyte up to the upper level uniformly in all
cells. WARNING:
Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark
because of battery generate gas which is flammable
and explosive.
Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics,
or painted surfaces as fluid is a corrosive acid. Flush
any contacted area with water immediately and thor-
oughly.
Batteries should always be kept out of reach of chil-
dren.

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1) Set parking brake and place automatic transmission in
PARK (NEUTRAL on manual transmission). Turn off ignition,
turn off lights and all other electrical loads.
2) Check electrolyte level. If it is below low level line, add dis-
tilled water.
3) Attach end of one jumper cable to positive terminal of
booster battery and the other end of the same cable to posi-
tive terminal of discharged battery. (Use 12-volt battery only
to jump start engine).
4) Attach one end of the remaining negative cable to negative
terminal of booster battery, and the other end to a solid
engine ground (such as exhaust manifold) at least 45 cm (18
in.) away from battery of vehicle being started.
5) Start engine of vehicle with booster battery and turn off elec-
trical accessories. Then start engine of the vehicle with dis-
charged battery.
6) Disconnect jumper cables in the exact reverse order.
WITH CHARGING EQUIPMENT
WARNING:
Departure from these conditions or procedure
described below could result in:
–Serious personal injury (particularly to eyes) or
property damage from such causes as battery explo-
sion, battery acid, or electrical burns.
–Damage to electronic components of either vehicle.
Remove rings, watches, and other jewelry. Wear
approved eye protection.
Be careful so that metal tools or jumper cables do not
contact positive battery terminal (or metal in contact
with it) and any other metal on vehicle, because a short
circuit could occur.
WARNING:
Do not connect negative cable directly to negative termi-
nal of dead battery.
CAUTION:
When jump starting engine with charging equipment, be
sure equipment used is 12-volt and negative ground. Do
not use 24-volt charging equipment. Using such equip-
ment can cause serious damage to electrical system or
electronic parts.