Jetta Sedan L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (BEW) (2005)
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NOTE: Battery to be tested must not have been charged or discharged for at least 2 hours before testing. Charging or discharging within two hours
prior to performing test will result in erroneous results.
Special tools and auxiliary items needed
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Multimeter VAG 1526 B, VAG 1526A, Fluke 83, Volt-Amp tester Sun VAT 40 or equivalent.
CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system
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Switch off all electrical consumers.
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Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
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Disconnect battery.
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Wait for a minimum of two hours. Battery must not be either charged or discharged during this time.
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Check voltage between battery terminals with voltmeter.
If the battery requires charging as a result of the no load voltage test, proceed as follows:
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Wait for a minimum of two hours after charging. Battery must not be either charged or discharged during this time.
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Check voltage between battery terminals with voltmeter.
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No load voltage below 12.5 volts: Replace battery.
Specific Gravity
Specific Gravity, Checking
WARNING:
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Prior to handling or servicing batteries, read, understand and observe the Warning and Safety Measures for lead-acid batteries.
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Dispose of electrolyte (sulfuric acid) properly! Waste electrolyte must only be disposed of in appropriate waste disposal sites. Refer to
local regulations pertaining to electrolyte disposal.
