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Checking the Battery

Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to
remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s
solution of baking soda and water. It electrical system. Always disconnect
will bubble up and turn brown. When the negative ( ʵ) cable first, and
this stops, wash it off with plain reconnect it last.
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
further corrosion. The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
If additional battery maintenance is operation.
needed, see your dealer or a
Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the
monthlybylooking at thetest battery to explode with enough
indicator window. The label on the WARNING: Battery posts, force to kill or seriously hurt you. Maintenance
battery explains the test indicator’s terminals, and related accessories
colors. contain lead and lead compounds. Wear protective clothing and a
Wash your hands after handling. face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance.

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