Service manual

Engine Engine Electrical 6-41
2006 LSSV Service Manual Supplement
In a no load situation, with the engine OFF, the gage
needle should be mid-way between the red band and
green band, in the yellow band. If the gage needle is in
the lower end of the yellow band, this is unacceptable,
and the battery may be weak.
Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch
Opeartion
This vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Load
Disconnect Switch. This switch disconnects 12-volt
vehicle loads and 24-volt trailer/aux loads that could
cause a parasitic drain on the batteries when the
vehicle is not in use.
Notice: If the vehicle is not being used for a period of
48 hours or more, you will need to place the Vehicle
Load Disconnect Switch in the OFF position to prevent
the batteries from discharging.
Continued discharging could damage the batteries.
When this switch is in the OFF position the main battery
feeds to the starter and NATO jump start connector
remain powered.
The Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch (1) is located
under the accessory panel. The switch should be
placed in the OFF position any time the expected
vehicle storage time is to exceed 48 hours.
Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch wiring is protected
from damage with two high amperage fuses. These
fuses, MEGA Fuse 175 Amp (1) and MIDI Fuse 50
Amp (2) are designed to stop current from exceeding
the rating of the wires or electrical components. Without
these fuses, excessive current draw or a short in the
wiring could cause damage to electrical systems.