Toyota Camry (XV70): On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

If the battery is weak or if the engine is difficult to start, recharge the battery and perform inspections again before returning the vehicle to the customer.

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK BATTERY CONDITION

(a) Check the battery for damage or deformation. If severe damage, deformation or leakage is found, replace the battery.

(b) Check the electrolyte level in each cell.

(1) For maintenance-free batteries:

• If the electrolyte level is below the lower line, replace the battery.
• If the electrolyte level is above the lower line, check the battery voltage when cranking the engine. If the voltage is less than 11 V, recharge or replace the battery.

  HINT:

  Before checking the battery voltage, turn off all the electrical systems (headlights, blower motor, rear window defogger, etc.).

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