MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
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Battery
Battery
It is necessary to keep the battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. For cleaning, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush. Wash
with hot water. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly.
Batteriescanexplode.Keepsparksandamesawayfromvehicle.Ventilatewhenchargingbatteryoroperatingvehicleinanenclosedspace.
Always wear eye protection and gloves when handling the battery. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Battery Removal
1.
Remove the hood.
2.
Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable.
3.
Remove the bracket on the battery.
4.
Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable next.
5.
Lift the battery out of the vehicle, being careful not to tip it sideways and spill any electrolyte.
If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with water to prevent damage to the vehicle.
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