Troubleshooting of battery (Suzuki Boulevard M109R, 2006-2025) [Information for owner: Troubleshooting]

Complaint	Symptom and possible causes	Remedy
"Sulfation", acidic white powdery substance or spots on surface of cell plates	1. Cracked battery case	Replace the battery.
	2. Battery has been left in a run-down condition for a long time.	Replace the battery.
Battery runs down quickly.	1. Trouble in the charging system	Check the generator, regu-lator/rectifier and circuit connections and make necessary adjustments to obtain specified charging operation.
	2. Cell plates have lost much of their active material as a result of overcharging.	Replace the battery and correct the charging system.
	3. Internal short-circuit in the battery	Replace the battery.
	4. Too low battery voltage	Recharge the battery fully.
	5. Too old battery	Replace the battery.
Battery "sulfation"	1. Incorrect charging rate (When not in use batteries should be checked at least once a month to avoid sulfation.)	Replace the battery.
	2. The battery was left unused in a cold climate for too long.	Replace the battery if badly sulfated.

Troubleshooting of battery (Suzuki Boulevard M109R)