Mitsubishi Outlander XL. Manual — part 961

3.

Inspect the battery carrier for damage caused by loss of acid
from battery. If acid damage is present, it is necessary to clean
area with a solution of clean warm water and baking soda.
Scrub area with a stiff bristle brush. Wipe clean with a cloth
moistened with ammonia or baking soda in water.

4.

Clean the battery, especially the top, with the same solutions
as described in step 3.

5.

Inspect the battery case and cover for cracks. If cracks are
present, battery must be replaced.

6.

Clean the battery post with a suitable battery post cleaning
tool.

7.

Clean the inside surfaces of the terminal clamps with a
suitable battery terminal cleaning tool. Replace damaged or
frayed cables and broken terminal clamps.

8.

Install the battery in the vehicle.

9.

Connect the positive and negative cables to the battery in the
order of mention.

10.

Tighten the clamp nut securely.

BATTERY CHARGING

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When batteries are being charged, an explosive
gas forms beneath the cover of each cell. Do not
smoke near batteries on charge or which have
recently been charged. Do not break live circuits
at the terminals of the batteries on charge. A spark
will occur where the live circuit is broken. Keep all
open flames away from the battery.

Battery electrolyte temperature may temporarily be
allowed to rise to 55 °C (131 °F). Increase of
electrolyte temperature above 55 °C (131 °F) is
harmful to the battery, causing deformation of battery
cell, decrease in life of battery, etc.

CHARGE RATE

If the test indicator is white, the battery should be
charged as outlined below. When the dot appears or

when maximum charge shown below is reached,
charging should be stopped.

Charge Rate Chart

Battery

80D26L

Slow charging

5 amps 11 hours
10 amps 6 hours

Fast charging

20 amps 3 hours
30 amps 2 hours

BATTERY TEST

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BATTERY TESTING PROCEDURE

STEP 1. Check the battery cables.

(1)

Remove the negative cable, then the positive
cable.

(2)

Check for dirty or corroded connections.

Q:Are the battery cables dirty or have corroded

connections?

YES:

Clean the battery cables. Then go to Step

2.

NO:

Go to Step 2.

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STEP 2. Check the battery posts.
Check for loose battery post.

Q:Are the battery posts loose?

Yes:

Replace the battery. Then go to Step 4.

NO:

Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the battery case and cover.

(1)

Remove the hold-downs and shields.

(2)

Check for broken/cracked case or cover.

Q:Is the battery case or cover faulty?

YES:

Replace the battery. Then go to Step 4.

NO:

Go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check the open circuit voltage.

(1)

Turn headlights on for 15 seconds.

(2)

Turn headlights off for two minutes to allow battery
positive voltage to stabilize.

(3)

Disconnect the battery cables.

(4)

Read open circuit voltage.

Q:Is open circuit voltage 12.4 volts or more?

YES:

Charge the battery at 5 amps for 15 hours.

Then re-test.

NO:

Go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check the load test.

(1)

Connect a load tester to the battery.

(2)

Load the battery at the recommended discharge
rate (See LOAD TEST RATE CHART) for 15
seconds.

(3)

Read voltage after 15 seconds, then remove load.

(4)

Compare the measured value with the minimum
voltage. (See LOAD TEST CHART.)

Q:Is the voltage higher than minimum voltage?

YES:

The battery is normal.

NO:

Replace the battery. Then go to Step 4.

LOAD TEST CHART

Temperature °C (°
F)

21

(70)

AND
ABOVE

16 (60)

10 (50)

4 (40)

-1 (30)

-7 (20)

-12 (10) -18 (0)

Minimum voltage

9.6

9.5

9.4

9.3

9.1

8.9

8.7

8.5

LOAD TEST RATE CHART

Load test

290 amps

Cranking ratio -18°C (0°F)

582 amps

Reserve capacity

133 minutes

Application

80D26L

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1

9

10

11

2

3

4

6

7

8

8.5 ± 1.5 N·m
76 ± 13 in-lb

12 ± 2 N·m
102 ± 22 in-lb

4.0 ± 1 N·m
36 ± 8 in-lb

5.0 ± 1 N·m
44 ± 9 in-lb

6.0 ± 2 N·m
53 ± 18 in-lb

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Removal steps

1.

Fusible link cover

2.

Battery terminal assembly

3.

Battery (-) terminal connection harness

4.

Battery holder

5.

Battery bolt

6.

Battery cover

7.

Battery

Removal steps

8.

Battery tray

9.

Battery (+) terminal connection
harness

10. Fusible link box
11. Battery (+) terminal connection

harness

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