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2008 - MX-5 - Engine

BATTERY RECHARGING [LF]

WARNING:

  • Keep all flames away from the battery, otherwise evaporated gas from the battery fluid may catch fire, and cause serious injury.

  • Remove the battery filler caps when recharging to prevent battery deformation or damage.

CAUTION:

  • Do not quick charge for more than 30 min. It will damage the battery.

1. Remove the battery and then place it in a pan of water.

2. Connect a battery charger to the battery and adjust the charging current as follows.
    Battery slow charge current
  • 46B24L (36): 3.5—4.5 A

    Battery quick charge current [30 min.]
  • 46B24L (36): 25 A

3. After the battery is recharged, verify that the voltage is within the specification and remains at the same value for 1 h or more after the recharging was completed.
  • If not within the specification, replace the battery.

    Standard voltage
  • 12.4 V or more



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