Mazda CX-9 Owner's Manual page 501

CX-9_8CM9-EA-12I_Edition1 Page501
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Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells:
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.
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.
Rinse off spilled electrolyte
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immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
If the vehicle will not be used for an
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extended time, disconnect the battery
cables.
When replacing the battery, refer to the
specification charts (page 10-4).
Form No.8CM9-EA-12I
Black plate (501,1)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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