Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI1999ESTEEM GLX SEDAN L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGBATTERYSERVICE AND REPAIRCHARGING PROCEDURES
1999 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan L4-1.6L
Charging Procedures
1999 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan L4-1.6LSECTION Charging Procedures
When it is necessary to charge battery, following safety precautions must be taken.
1. DO NOT CHARGE battery if indicator is clear or light yellow. Replace battery.
2. Disconnect negative (-) cable from battery.
3. Connected the battery charger cables to the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals.
4. Charge the battery.
5. If battery feels hot 52 °C (125 °F), or if violent gassing or spewing of electrolyte through vent holes occur, discontinue charging or reduce charging rate.
NOTE:
Temperature of battery itself will affect charging rate, and most charging equipment will not charge at a constant rate.
For example, if charging starts as 30 amperes and drops off to 10 amperes after 1 hour, average current for that hour is 20 amperes and actual boost charge is 20 ampere-hours. Battery can be fast charged or slow charged with ordinary charges. Either method will restore battery to full charge.
6. Charge battery until indicator turns green dot.
NOTE: Tipping or shaking battery may be necessary to make indicator turn green dot.
7. After charging, Test the battery.
1. DO NOT CHARGE battery if indicator is clear or light yellow. Replace battery.
2. Disconnect negative (-) cable from battery.
3. Connected the battery charger cables to the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals.
4. Charge the battery.
5. If battery feels hot 52 °C (125 °F), or if violent gassing or spewing of electrolyte through vent holes occur, discontinue charging or reduce charging rate.
NOTE:
Temperature of battery itself will affect charging rate, and most charging equipment will not charge at a constant rate.
For example, if charging starts as 30 amperes and drops off to 10 amperes after 1 hour, average current for that hour is 20 amperes and actual boost charge is 20 ampere-hours. Battery can be fast charged or slow charged with ordinary charges. Either method will restore battery to full charge.
6. Charge battery until indicator turns green dot.
NOTE: Tipping or shaking battery may be necessary to make indicator turn green dot.
7. After charging, Test the battery.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.