Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Carry out visual check of the battery before performing measurements, such as no load voltage, electrolyte specific gravities or battery load test.

Performing this test establishes:

Notes:

• ◆ Whether the battery housing is damaged.
  Electrolyte can leak out if the housing is damaged.
• ◆ 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.