Swift GL L4-1298cc 1.3L SOHC MFI (2000)
1. Blue With Red Dot -or- Green Dot
Battery is ready for testing.
2. Clean with Red Dot -or- Dark
If there is a cranking complaint, battery should be tested as described in Diagnosis. Charging and electrical systems should also be checked at this
time.
3. Red With Clear Dot -or- Clear or Light Yellow
This means that fluid level is below the bottom of hydrometer. Its possible cause is excessive or prolonged charging, a broken case, excessive
tipping or normal battery deterioration. 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.
CARRIER AND HOLD-DOWN
The battery carrier and hold-down clamp should be clean and free from corrosion before installing the battery. The carrier should be in good condition so
that it will support the battery securely and keep it level. Make certain there are no parts in carrier before installing the battery. To prevent the battery
from shaking in its carrier, the hold-down bolts should be tight but not overtightened.
SULFATION
If the battery is allowed to stand for a long period in discharged condition, the lead sulfate becomes converted into a hard, crystalline substance, which
will not easily turn back to the active material again during the subsequent recharging. "Sulfation" means the result as well as the process of that reaction.
Such a battery can be revived by very slow charging and may be restored to usable condition but its capacity is lower than before.
ELECTROLYTE FREEZING
The freezing point of electrolyte depends on its specific gravity. Since freezing may ruin a battery, it should be protected against freezing by keeping it in
a fully charged condition. If a battery is frozen accidentally, it should not be charged until it is warmed.