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V50 2006 - sensor attach to bottom rear of battery box

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Post by mbarron »

What is its purpose?
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Temperature sensor. It's purpose is obvious.
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Post by jimmy57 »

The alternator has remote charging voltage control. The battery temp is a main determining factor in what the voltage will be. Cooler battery needs and will tolerate higher voltage without evaporating water from the electrolyte.

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