Battery Test: Notes
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WARNING:
A battery can explode if you do not follow the proper procedure, causing serious injury to anyone nearby. Follow all procedures carefully and keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.
Special Tools Required
Honda Electrical System Analyzer (ED-18 Battery tester): Model Number INB17191845*
Honda Battery Diagnostic Station (GR8): Model Number MTRGR81100PA*
*To order, go to the Honda Tool and Equipment catalog on the iN, or call 888-424-6857
Software Version
Make sure you have the latest software for the ED-18 and GR8.
To check the software version on the ED-18, do this:
- Press the POWER button.
- Read the version number on the screen. It should appear for about 3 seconds.
- Or you can select: Language> Options> Info> Version. The version number will appear near the top of the screen.
Write down the version number, then call Midtronics at 800-776-1995 to verify you have the latest software version.
To check the software version on the GR8, do this:
- Press the POWER button.
- Read the version number on the screen. It should appear for about 5 seconds.
- Or from the Main Menu, select: Options> Info> I Version. The version number will appear on the screen.
Write down the version number, then call Midtronics at 800-776-1995 to verify you have the latest software version.