N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50B.4

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:20-50B.4 - Battery

(a) A battery shall be furnished by the chassis manufacturer.

(b) Except for a battery mounted in the engine compartment, the body manufacturer shall securely attach the battery on a slide-out or swing-out tray in a closed, vented compartment in the body skirt, so that the battery is readily accessible for convenient servicing from the outside. The battery compartment door or cover shall be hinged at the front or top and secured by a conveniently-operated latch or other type of fastening device. The location of the battery compartment shall be identified by the designation "BATTERY" in black letters at least one inch high and at least one-eighth inch wide. The lettering shall be located either on or adjacent to such compartment.

(c) The battery shall be securely mounted in the space provided. The battery shall be equipped with battery caps. Battery posts and battery cable ends shall be secure and free of corrosion. Battery cables shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and shall be insulated and installed so as to prevent the shorting of the electrical system.

(d) Wires/cables passing through metal openings shall be protected by a grommet.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50B.4

Amended by R.2012 d.023, effective 2/6/2012.
See: 43 N.J.R. 1831(a), 44 N.J.R. 287(b).
Added (d).