Help Us Protect Our Environment - Ford Vehicle Owner's Manual

with distilled water. If the battery needs water
quite often, have the charging system checked
for a possible malfunction.

Help Us Protect Our Environment

Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that
used lead-acid batteries be returned to an
authorized recycling facility for disposal.
Battery recycling symbol
Batteries normally produce explosive gases
which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or
lit tobacco to come near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always
cover your face and protect your eyes, and
also provide ventilation.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
If the acid touches someone's skin, eyes, or
clothing, immediately flush the area with water
for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the
acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water
first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call a doctor immediately.
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