C-10, C-12, C-15 and C-16 Industrial Engines – Battery | Caterpillar Engines Troubleshooting

Refer to Special Instruction, SEHS7633, “Battery Test Procedure” for the proper testing procedures.

Probable Causes

Note: The procedures have been listed in order of probability. Complete the procedures in order.

Table 1
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Verify that the battery is no longer able to hold a charge.	Battery	Result: The battery is able to hold a charge. Proceed to Test Step 2. Result: The battery is unable to hold a charge. Replace the battery
2. Verify that a switched battery circuit drained the battery by being left in the ON position.	Switch	Result: The switch has not been left in the ON position. STOP Result: The switch has been left in the ON position. Charge the battery.