Battery Readings?
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Battery Readings?
To all C3 gurus,
Just took a couple of readings from my battery and I get with the engine off 12.1 volts and with the engine running/no load I get 14.1 volts..
Are the voltage figures correct???
JJ78
Just took a couple of readings from my battery and I get with the engine off 12.1 volts and with the engine running/no load I get 14.1 volts..
Are the voltage figures correct???
JJ78
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I test charging systems everyday. A fully charged 12V. battery should read 12.6 - 12.8 depending on temperature. Generally at room temp your looking for 12.7V. A properly operating voltage regulator should be right 14.1-14.2 V. The amperage will drop down as the battery charges. But voltage should always be reading 14.1 - 14.2 .
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I think low battery electrolyte may cause this too. If you have removable caps, check the acid level in each cell. Use only distilled water to bring the level to about 1/4" above the lead plates.
