REPAIR MAINTENANCE OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Mazda 3 (2003 release)

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Mazda
	3
		Operation and maintenance of car
		Engine
		Transmission
		Chassis
		Steering Gear
		Brakes
		Onboard electric
			Overview
			Power supply system
				Accumulator battery
					Checking the state of charge of the battery
					Battery voltage
					Test under load
					Leakage Current
					Charging the battery
					Charging the battery fully discharged
					Battery care
					Storage Battery
					Removing and installing the battery
				Generator
				Starter
			Lighting system
			Screen wipers and washer
			Immobiliser
			Electrical Inspections
			Tables
		Body

Checking the state of charge of the battery

ATTENTION

Since the acid contained in the battery is poisonous, be careful when working with the battery.

The acid causes skin burns and corrosion, do not allow her contact with clothes or parts of the vehicle.

In case of contact with acid from the battery to the skin, eyes or clothing, wash immediately with running water.

The density of the electrolyte

Measure the specific gravity hydrometer.

If the density is lower than normal, recharge the battery.

Standard density of the electrolyte by hydrometer readings: 1.22-1.29 (at 20 ?� C).