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Battery Test Procedure

  1. Connect the tester to the battery:
    1. Red clamp to battery positive (+) terminal.
    2. Black clamp to battery negative (-) terminal.
    Fig 1: Connecting Tester To Battery
    G06526022Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Connect clamps securely. If "CHECK CONNECTION" message is displayed on the screen, reconnect clamps securely.
  2. The tester will ask if the battery is connected "IN A VEHICLE" or "OUT OF A VEHICLE". Make your selection by pressing the arrow buttons; then press ENTER.
    Fig 2: Micro 570 Analyzer Screen Display - Choosing In-Vehicle Or Out-Of-Vehicle
    G06526023Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Choose either CCA or CCP and press the ENTER button.
    Fig 3: Micro 570 Analyzer Screen Display - Selecting Input Test Using CCA Or CCP
    G06526024Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE:
    • CCA: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for cranking batteries at -0.4°F (-18°C).
    • CCP: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for Korean manufacturer's for cranking batteries at -0.4°F (-18°C).
  4. Set the CCA value displayed on the screen to the CCA value marked on the battery label by pressing up and down buttons and press ENTER.
    Fig 4: Micro 570 Analyzer Screen Display - Setting CCA Value
    G06526025Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
  5. The tester (Micro 570) displays battery test results including voltage and battery ratings.

    A relevant action must be given according to the test results by referring to the battery test results as shown in BATTERY TEST RESULTS CHART .

    Fig 5: Micro 570 Analyzer Screen Display - Good Battery
    G06526026Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
  6. To conduct starter test, continuously, press ENTER.

    Battery Test Results 

    BATTERY TEST RESULTS CHART

    Result On Printer Remedy
    Good battery No action is required
    Good recharge Battery is in a good state
    Recharge the battery and use
    Charge & Retest Battery is not charged properly
    • Charge and test the battery again (Failure to charge the battery fully may read incorrect measurement value)
    Replace battery
    • Replace battery and recheck the charging system. (Improper connection between battery and vehicle cables may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", retest the battery after removing cables and connecting the tester to the battery terminal directly prior to replacing the battery)
    Bad cell-replace
    • Charge and retest the battery. And than, test results may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", replace battery and recheck the charging system
WARNING: Whenever filing a claim for battery, the print out of the battery test results must be attached.
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