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2000 Dodge Dakota testing a battery

Tiny
LANNYO
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  • 2000 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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I have a analog and a digital multimeter and how should I go about testing my battery with both of these meters and what should the readings be showing if the battery is good or bad. Would I set the meters to the volt dial or what should I set the dial to to test the battery
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Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 AT 1:59 AM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

The multi meter will only show the voltage it should be around 12.5 Volts, , but it will not give a true indication as to its condition, you will need a hydrometer to test the specific gravity of the electrolyte or get the battery load tested.

Mark (mhpautos)
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