| Electrolyte Gravity | 1.27-1.29 At 20 degrees C (68 degrees F) | |
| Dark Current Dark Current is the constant flow of current present when the ignition switch is OFF (i.e., audio unit, clock, etc.) or when the key is removed from the ignition switch. | 20 mA Maximum | |
| Open Circuit Voltage | Above 12.4 V | |
| Test Load Chart | ||
| Battery | Load (A) | |
| 55D23L | 180 | |
| 75D23L | 195 | |
| 80D26L | 195 | |
| Battery Voltage With Load | ||
| Approximate Battery Temperature | Minimum Voltage (V) | |
| 21 degrees C (70 degrees F) | 9.6 | |
| 15 degrees C (60 degrees F) | 9.5 | |
| 10 degrees C (50 degrees F) | 9.4 | |
| 4 degrees C (40 degrees F) | 9.3 | |
| Charging Current | ||
| Battery Type (5 Hour Rate) | Slow Charge (A) | Quick Charge (A) |
| 55D23L (48) | 4.5-5.5 | 30 |
| 75D23L (52) | 5.0-6.0 | 35 |
| 80D26L (55) | 5.5-6.5 | 35 |
Battery Specifications
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