Checking Battery Exterior - Lexus GX470 2006 Service Manual

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
D If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area. If you feel a pain or burn, get medical
attention immediately.
D If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a
possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so
immediately take off the exposed clothing and follow
the procedure above, if necessary.
D If you accidentally to swallow electrolyte, drink a
large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of
magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go
immediately for emergency help.
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Checking battery exterior

" 1 Terminals 2
Check the battery for corroded or loose connections,
cracks, or loose hold down clamps.
1. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm
water and baking soda. Coat the terminals with grease to
prevent further corrosion.
2. If the connections are loose, tighten the clamp bolts — but
do not overtighten.
3. Tighten the hold down clamp only enough to keep the
battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery
case.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Hold down clamp