Chevrolet Spark Owner's Manual page 137

CAUTION
• When reconnecting the cable to the
battery, be careful to ensure the
clamps are fully seated, then tighten
the retaining bolts so the clamps will
not vibrate loose.
• Be sure to attach the red cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal and the
black cable to the negative (-) battery
terminal.
Connecting the vehicle's battery cables
to the wrong terminals can result in
personal injuries and damage to your
vehicle and other property.
8. Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease to help prevent fu-
ture corrosion.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE
To extend the life of your vehicle's battery,
be sure to do the following:
• Keep the battery mounted securely.
• Keep the top of the battery clean and
dry.
• Keep the terminals and connections
clean, tight and coated with petroleum
jelly or terminal grease.
• Immediately rinse off any spilled elec-
trolyte using a solution of water and
baking soda.
• If your vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the cable
from the negative (-) terminal.
• Charge a disconnected battery every
six weeks.
SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–21
NOTE
Batteries contain toxic material. Used
batteries can be hazardous to health
and environment.
• Do not dispose of battery with house-
hold waste. Use locally authorized
automotive waste disposal facilities
only.