volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Checking electrolyte level > < Checking battery is seated securely
Visual check
Visual check
  WARNING
The battery plugs must be screwed in tightly when charging, measuring voltage or performing load tests.
Check battery visually before starting test/measurements, such as, no load voltage, specific gravity test or battery load test.
  Note
t  Check whether the battery housing is damaged. Electrolyte can leak out if the housing is damaged.
t  Check whether the battery terminals (battery wire connections) are damaged. Wiring connector contact cannot be guaranteed if the battery terminal is damaged. This may cause a cable to spark/burn which may cause malfunctions in electrical system.
   

Checking electrolyte level > < Checking battery is seated securely