Pinpoint Test A: Voltage Drop

TEST CONDITIONS	DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A1: GROUND CIRCUIT
NOTE: This test checks for high resistance between the battery terminal and the battery clamp
	1 Start the engine, turn on the following: (1) Air conditioning (2) Blower fan on full speed (3) Headlights on main beam (4) Heated screen - rear (5) Heated screen - front (if installed) (6) Heated seats (if installed)
	2 Connect the multimeter between the battery negative terminal and the battery clamp as shown in picture below (do not disconnect the battery at this stage)
	3 Set the multimeter to read DC voltage and record the reading
	Is reading equal to or below 0.1 volts? Yes GO to A2. No Switch all electrical loads and engine off, return the vehicle to an ignition off condition. Disconnect the battery negative clamp, clean clamp and terminal then reconnect and repeat test GO to A1.

TEST CONDITIONS	DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A2: POWER CIRCUIT
NOTE: This test checks for high resistance between the battery terminal and the battery clamp
	1 Start the engine, turn on the following: (1) Air conditioning (2) Blower fan on full speed (3) Headlights on main beam (4) Heated screen - rear (5) Heated screen - front (if installed) (6) Heated seats (if installed)
	2 Connect the multimeter between the battery positive terminal and the battery clamp as shown in picture below (do not disconnect the battery at this stage)
	3 Set the multimeter to read DC voltage and record the reading
	Is reading equal to or below 0.1 volts? Yes Carry out midtronics battery test procedure No Switch all electrical loads and engine off, return the vehicle to an ignition off condition. Disconnect the battery power clamp, clean clamp and terminal then reconnect and repeat test GO to A2.

Reference	Description
1	LCD screen with main menu
2	Control panel (key board and power button)
3	Positive and negative fly leads
4	Fly leads connection
5	Temperature sensor
6	Infra-red sensor (data transfer for printer)
7	Amp hour
8	Battery rating (CCA)
9	Rating units
10	Battery type

The following steps must be carried out to ensure correct operation of the EXP-1080 during the battery test procedure

Checks	Action
Battery fluid leakage, check for battery fluid leaks or damage to the battery casing	NOTE: If visible damage to the case is evident do not return battery under warranty Replace the battery if there is any battery fluid leaks evident
Battery vent pipe routing	Check for routing, ensure there are no kinks
EXP-1080 fly lead, condition of clamps	Clean or replace as required
EXP-1080 fly lead connection	Confirm secure connection

NOTE: The Midtronics EXP-1080 is suitable for testing flooded and absorbed glass mat (AGM) type batteries

Typical Values

Amp Hour	CCA (Cold Cranking Amps	Rating Units
12	200	EN
70	760	SAE
80	700	SAE
80	800	SAE
90	800	SAE
95	850	SAE
90	950	SAE
105	950	SAE

Midtronics Battery Test Procedure

This midtronics battery test procedure will confirm the serviceability of the battery

1. Connect the fly-lead to the midtronics EXP-1080
2. Connect the fly-leads to the battery terminals
Black lead to negative terminal
Red lead to positive terminal
Confirm the connections are secure
3. The EXP-1080 will power on automatically when connected to a battery, screen below is displayed

NOTE: MAIN MENU SCREEN
4. Main Menu. Select Battery test and press SELECT

NOTE: BATTERY LOCATION
5. Battery Location. Select either, Out of vehicle or In Vehicle as appropriate
Select Next

NOTE: BATTERY RATING
6. BATTERY RATING. Select the correct battery rating from the pre-installed list, (Go to step 10). Or,
To manually enter the correct battery type, specification and CCA rate. Scroll using the arrow keys on the midtronics panel and select Other from the menu
Select Next

NOTE: BATTERY TYPE
7. Battery Type. Select the correct battery type (Regular or AGM )
NOTE: All AGM batteries are marked (Refer to battery label)
Select Next

NOTE: RATING UNITS
8. Rating Units. Select the correct rating units. Refer to the battery label for correct specification. Options EN, DIN, SAE
Select Next

NOTE: BATTERY RATING
9. BATTERY RATING. Scroll using the arrow keys on the midtronics panel, select the correct CCA rating (For CCA refer to battery label)
Select Next

NOTE: TEMPERATURE

NOTE: Ensure that the temperature sensor does not touch any part of the battery or vehicle, this will cause damage not be covered under the midtronics warranty and will require the unit to be returned to a service center
10. Temperature. Aim the temperature sensor towards the battery casing (Maintain distance of 5cm)
Select Next

NOTE: TESTING
11. Testing. The screen displays clock hand's rotating, the EXP-1080 will automatically advance when test has completed

NOTE: SURFACE CHARGE

NOTE: If there is no surface charge this step will not show. Go to next step
11a. Surface Charge. Ensure the ignition state is on. Switch on the headlights (high beam) until EXP-1080 shows Turn off headlights then return ignition state to off

NOTE: BATTERY CHARGE

NOTE: If the state of charge is sufficient this step will not show. Go to next step
11b. Battery Charge. Select Before Charging if battery has not been on a recommended mains charger for a minimum of 6 hours
Select After Charging if battery has been on a recommended mains charger for a minimum of 6 hours

NOTE: DEEP SCAN TECHNOLOGY

NOTE: This test is automated and will show if required. Go to next step

12. Testing. The EXP-1080 will carry out the deep scan test, then automatically advance when test has completed

Number	Description
1	Battery test result
2	CCA (Measured capacity rating)
3	Voltage
4	CCA (Manually entered)
5	Temperature

NOTE: RESULTS

Test Result	Action
GOOD BATTERY	Test complete no action required
GOOD - RE-CHARGE	Charge battery using a recommended mains charger (minimum 50 amp) until charging complete
CHARGE AND RE-TEST	Charge battery using a recommended mains charger (minimum 50 amp) until charging complete. Retest. If the result is the same replace battery
REPLACE BATTERY / BAD CELL BATTERY	Replace battery. Do Not Recharge
UNABLE TO COMPLETE TEST	Disconnect battery from vehicle and re-test

NOTE: TEST CODE

NOTE: Battery test code, must be given if a battery, starter motor or generator is exchanged under warranty

NOTE: STATE OF HEALTH

NOTE: General health of the battery and its ability to deliver its specified performance compared with a new battery

NOTE: SOC (State Of Charge)

NOTE: BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE

Results. From the result display use the arrow keys on the control panel to view the test code
The test code must be quoted with every battery claim under warranty

Flooded Battery Care Point

If the vehicle is equipped with a flooded battery, ensure the replacement battery is a flooded battery of the same specification (cold cranking amperage (CCA) / amp hour rating (Ah)) as the original battery

Under no circumstances should you fit a flooded battery to a vehicle that originally had an AGM battery, unless formally instructed by Jaguar/Land Rover

AGM Battery Care Point

If the vehicle is equipped with an absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery, ensure the replacement battery is a AGM battery of the same specification (cold cranking amperage (CCA) / amp hour rating (Ah)) as the original battery, unless formally instructed by Jaguar/Land Rover