New Beetle GLS L4-1.8L Turbo (AWV) (2001)
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Commercially available hydrometer
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Shop rags
NOTE:
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Minimum battery temperature of 10 °C (50 °F) is required when carrying out specific gravity tests.
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Specific gravity of all cells must be checked.
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Switch ignition off
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Remove all battery cell caps.
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Dip end of hydrometer into cell and extract sufficient electrolyte to allow indicator float to swim freely (the greater the electrolyte density in
kg/cu.dm, the higher the indicator float position). Note each cell's specific gravity reading from float -arrow-. Repeat sequence until all cells are