Hydrometer Temperature Correction
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra, 2001 Nissan Sentra, and 2000 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
HYDROMETER TEMPERATURE CORRECTION
| Battery electrolyte temperature °C (°F) | Add to specific gravity reading |
|---|---|
| 71 (160) | 0.032 |
| 66 (150) | 0.028 |
| 60 (140) | 0.024 |
| 54 (130) | 0.020 |
| 49 (120) | 0.016 |
| 43 (110) | 0.012 |
| 38 (100) | 0.008 |
| 32 (90) | 0.004 |
| 27 (80) | 0 |
| 21 (70) | -0.004 |
| 16 (60) | -0.008 |
| 10 (50) | -0.012 |
| 4 (40) | -0.016 |
| -1 (30) | -0.020 |
| -7 (20) | -0.024 |
| -12 (10) | -0.028 |
| -18 (0) | -0.032 |
HYDROMETER TEMPERATURE CORRECTION
| Corrected specific gravity | Approximate charge codition |
|---|---|
| 1.260 - 1.280 | Fully charged |
| 1.230 - 1.250 | 3/4 charged |
| 1.200 - 1.220 | 1/2 charged |
| 1.170 - 1.190 | 1/4 charged |
| 1.140 - 1.160 | Almost discharged |
| 1.110 - 1.130 | Completely discharged |