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Keep all flames and
sparks away from lead-acid battery
cells because hydrogen gas is
produced from lead-acid battery cells
while charging the lead-acid battery
or adding lead-acid battery fluid.
Flames and sparks near lead-acid
battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen
gas, produced during normal lead-acid
battery operation, could ignite and
cause the lead-acid battery to explode.
An exploding lead-acid battery can
cause serious burns and injuries. Keep
all flames including cigarettes and
sparks away from lead-acid battery
cells.
Before performing lead-acid battery
maintenance, remove the lead-acid
battery cover.
Removing the Lead-acid Battery Cover
Maintaining Lead-acid Battery
To get the best service from a lead-acid
battery:
Keep it securely mounted.
Keep the top clean and dry.
Keep terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
Engine Compartment Inspection
Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the
lead-acid battery cables and charge
the lead-acid battery every 6 weeks.
Replacing lead-acid battery
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for lead-acid battery replacement.
Inspection and Servicing/Cleaning
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