{"model":"mk2","model_name":"MK2 Supra","vehicle":"Toyota Supra A60 (1982–1986, 5M-GE)","document":"Repair Manual","section":"CH","section_name":"Charging System","page":2,"pages_in_section":11,"title":"Precautions","section_header":"Charging System — Precautions, Troubleshooting, On-Vehicle Inspection","ocr_text":"PRECAUTIONS\n\n1. Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals.\n\n2. Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is given a quick charge.\n\n3. Do not perform tests with a high voltage insulation resistance tester.\n\n4. Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running.\n\nTROUBLESHOOTING\n\nProblem | Possible cause | Remedy | Page\n\nDischarge warning light does not light with ignition ON and engine off | Fuse blown | Check \"CHARGE\" and \"IGN\" fuses | \nLight burned out | Replace light |\nWiring connection loose | Tighten loose connections |\nIC regulator faulty | Replace IC regulator | CH-6\n\nDischarge warning light does not go out with engine running (battery requires frequent recharging) | Drive belt loose or worn | Adjust or replace drive belt | CH-3\nBattery cables loose, corroded or worn | Repair or replace cables |\nFuse blown | Check \"ENGINE\" fuse |\nFusible link blown | Replace fusible link |\nIC regulator or alternator faulty | Check charging system | CH-4\nWiring faulty | Repair wiring |\n\nON-VEHICLE INSPECTION\n\n1. CHECK BATTERY SPECIFIC GRAVITY AND ELECTROLYTE LEVEL\n\n(a) Check the specific gravity of each cell.\n\nStandard specific gravity\nWhen fully charged at 20°C (68°F): 1.25 — 1.27\n\n(b) Check the electrolyte quantity of each cell.\nIf insufficient, refill with distilled water (or purified water).\n\n2. CHECK BATTERY TERMINALS AND FUSIBLE LINK\n\n(a) Check that the battery terminals are not loose or corroded.\n\n(b) Check the fusible link for continuity.","image":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/images/mk2/CH/CH_002.png","url":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/mk2/tsrm/CH/2","prev":{"page":1,"url":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/mk2/tsrm/CH/1","api":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/1"},"next":{"page":3,"url":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/mk2/tsrm/CH/3","api":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/3"},"section_url":"https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/mk2/tsrm/CH","section_api_pages":["https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/1","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/2","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/3","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/4","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/5","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/6","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/7","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/8","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/9","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/10","https://tsrm.sasquatchvc.com/api/pages/mk2/tsrm/CH/11"],"note":"OCR transcript of a scanned Toyota factory manual page; verify critical values (torque specs, part numbers) against the image."}