Mazda 2005 Mazda3 4-Door Owner's Manual page 259

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Keep Flames Away:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. When working near a battery, do
not allow metal tools to contact the positive (
battery. Do not allow the positive (
Battery-Related Explosion:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells.
NOTE
Remove the battery cover before
performing battery maintenance.
Form No.8T66-EA-04H
Owner Maintenance
WARNING
) or negative ( ) terminal of the
) terminal to contact the vehicle body.
qBattery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
Keep it securely mounted.
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Keep the top clean and dry.
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Keep terminals and connections clean,
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tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.
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