What are the methods for testing the condition of a car battery?

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DiLeila
07/30/25 6:47am
The methods for testing the condition of a car battery are: 1. Check for signs of leakage, swelling, bulging, or severe damage on the battery; 2. Connect a 12V light or motor to see if it operates; 3. Observe the charger's response—if the charger shows a red light and starts charging after being powered on, the battery is fine. If the charger shows a green light and the battery heats up, there is a fault; 4. Use a multimeter to measure voltage—connect the red probe to the positive terminal and the black probe to the negative terminal, set the multimeter to DC voltage mode, and check if the reading matches the rated voltage; 5. Use a dedicated battery tester to directly read the battery's condition.
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