Can the Battery Be Charged While Idling?

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VanMiguel
07/25/25 12:59am
Idling the engine can charge the battery. Idling refers to a condition where the engine is running without any load, with the gear in neutral—essentially "working without producing movement," consuming fuel while the vehicle remains stationary. When the engine is running, it drives the generator to operate simultaneously. Additional points about charging while idling are as follows: 1. Whether the battery is charging normally can be determined by observing the dashboard: There is a rectangular battery symbol on the dashboard with a + (positive and negative electrode) sign. If the symbol lights up, it indicates that the battery is not charging; if it does not light up, it means the battery is charging. 2. When charging at idle, high-power electrical appliances in the vehicle should be turned off as much as possible.
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