Sentra L4-1597cc 1.6L SOHC (E16S) (1985)
Battery: All Technical Service Bulletins
Battery - Charging Precautions
Models
All Models
Section
Electrical System
Classification
EL87-020
Bulletin No.
TS87-158
Date
October 26, 1987
CHARGING NISSAN BATTERIES
APPLIED MODELS: All Nissan models built after February, 1985
SERVICE INFORMATION:
A "hybrid" type battery, with calcium and antimony plates, has been installed in all Nissan models starting with 1986 production. This type of battery has
improved recharging capabilities and may be recharged with a standard shop battery charger, even after deep discharge. Follow the procedures given in
the current Nissan service manuals.
These batteries also have a slightly higher self discharge rate. To eliminate the effects of vehicle storage and to improve customer satisfaction, each
battery should be checked before the new vehicle is delivered to a customer. This will insure that the battery is fully charged and provide the customer
with the proper battery service life.
BATTERY CHARGING CAUTIONS:
1.
Do not attempt to recharge batteries that have low electrolyte (water) levels. Add only distilled water to bring the levels to between the lines on the
battery.
2.
Use of any substance other than distilled water will damage the battery and cause reduced service life.
3.
Hybrid batteries do require periodic water level inspection. Water usage varies with driving conditions and weather.
(Also, see the CAUTIONS listed in the service manual.)