Esteem GLX Wagon Plus L4-1.8L (1999)
Battery: Description and Operation
BATTERY
The battery has three major functions in the electrical system.
1. It is a source of electrical energy for cranking the engine.
2. It acts as a voltage stabilizer for the electrical system.
3. It can, for a limited time, provide energy when the electrical load exceeds the output of the generator.
Each new vehicle shipped from the factory is fitted with the following battery.
Model: 85-72, 26R-50S
Rated capacity: 48 AH/5HR, 38 AH/5HR, 12V
COMMON CAUSES OF FAILURE
A battery is not designed to last indefinitely; however, with proper care, it will provide many years of service. If the battery performs satisfactorily during
test but fails to operate properly for no apparent reason, the following are some factors that may point to the cause of trouble:
1. Accessories left on overnight or for an extended period without the generator operating.
2. Slow average driving speeds for short periods.
3. Electrical load exceeding generator output particularly with addition of after market equipment.
4. Defects in charging system such as high resistance, slipping drive belt, loose generator output terminal, faulty generator or voltage regulator.
5. Battery abuse, including failure to keep battery cable terminals clean and tight or loose battery cable terminals clean and tight or loose battery hold
down.
6. Mechanical problems in electrical system such as shorted or pinched wires.
CARRIER AND HOLD-DOWN
The battery carrier should be in good condition so that it will support the battery securely and keep it level.
Before installing the battery the battery carrier and hold-down clamp should be clean and free from corrosion and make certain there are no parts in
carrier.
To prevent the battery from shaking in its carrier, the hold-down bolts should be tight enough but not over-tightened.
BUILT-IN INDICATOR