Jump Starting; Battery Precautions - Subaru WRX-STI Owner's Manual

SUBARU dealer as soon as possible
for system resetting. Refer to "Tire
p r e s s u r e m o n i t o r i n g s y s t e m
(TPMS)" F7-38.
When a tire is repaired with liquid
sealant, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not oper-
ate properly. If a liquid sealant is
used, we recommend that you con-
tact your nearest SUBARU dealer or
other qualified service shop as soon
as possible. Make sure to replace
the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter when replacing the tire.
You may reuse the wheel if there is
no damage to it and if the sealant
residue is properly cleaned off.
If the light illuminates steadily after
blinking for approximately one min-
ute, we recommend that you
promptly contact a SUBARU dealer
to have the system inspected.

Jump starting

& Battery Precautions!
WARNING
Read these instructions care-
fully:
To ensure safe and correct handling
of your battery, read the following
precautions carefully before using
the battery or inspecting it.
Wear eye protection:
Always wear eye protection when
working near your vehicle's battery.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid,
so it can cause blindness if
splashed into your eyes. Also, bat-
teries emit highly flammable, explo-
sive hydrogen gas. Eye protection is
vital for protection in the event that
this gas ignites.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric
acid:
Since battery fluid contains sulfuric
acid, be sure to wear eye protection
In case of emergency/Jump starting
and protective gloves when inspect-
ing your vehicle's battery. Avoid
tipping the battery and subjecting it
to shocks since this could cause
fluid to spill.
Under no circumstances allow bat-
tery fluid to make contact with your
skin, eyes, or clothing since this can
cause blindness and burns. If bat-
tery fluid splashes onto your skin,
eyes or clothing, wash it away
immediately with plenty of water. If
battery fluid splashes into your
eyes, seek medical attention imme-
diately.
If battery fluid is accidentally swal-
lowed, immediately drink a large
amount of milk or water, and seek
medical attention immediately.
Battery fluid is corrosive. If it
splashes onto your vehicle's paint-
work or fabrics, wash it away im-
mediately with plenty of water.
Keep children away:
Batteries must be handled only by
persons who are aware of the po-
tential hazards. Take particular care
to keep children away from your
vehicle's battery. Improper handling
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