Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Service Test, Performing

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control / Battery, Checking / Battery Tester -VAS6161 / Service Test, Performing

Note

The printed test results can differ depending on the software version.

Read the Battery Tester -VAS6161- Operating Instructions.

WARNING

Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!

There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.

These batteries must be replaced.

–	Select “Service Test”.

–	Select “at the battery pole” or “at the battery jump start terminal”.

–	Select the type of battery: “standard”, “AGM”, “2*6V” or “Gel”.

–	Select the “CCA”, “JIS”, “DIN”, “SAE”, “IEC” or “EN”.

–	Select battery value.

–	Measure the temperature. Hold the temperature sensor approximately 5 cm above the battery pole until the temperature is stable.

–	Start the test.

–	Print out the test report if necessary.

Maintenance Test, Performing

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Explanation of Test Results

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