SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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BATTERY
Diesel Engine
Gasoline Engine
• When the battery charge warning light ( ) on the instrument
panel comes on, the battery is not normally charging. If the
warning light comes on while driving, turn off all unnecessary
electrical devices and have the system checked by Ssangyong
Dealer or Ssangyong Authorized Service Operation.
• The battery terminal should be disconnected when the igni-
tion key is removed or placed at “LOCK” position.
• Always disconnect the negative (-) cable first and reconnect
it last.
• Turn off all electrical devices before removing the battery.
• Check the battery terminals for corrosion (a white or bluish
powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a solution of
baking soda and water. It will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain water. Dry off the battery with
a cloth or paper towel. Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly
to help prevent future corrosion. If the terminals are severely
corroded, clean them with baking soda and water.
The battery have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You
can badly hurt if you are not careful.
• Keep naked flames, sparks and smoking items away from battery.
• Do not let any parts of body, clothes or paintwork contact the sulfu-
ric acid.
WARNING
• If you disconnect the battery terminal when the engine is running, the
electrical equipment could be damaged.
• The polarity of battery, i.e. the connections for positive and negative
cables, must not be interchanged.
CAUTION
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