Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 359

8B - 2 BATTERY/STARTER/GENERATOR SERVICE
Fig. 3 Clean Battery Cable Terminal
WARNING: W E A R A SUITABLE PAIR OF R U B B E R
G L O V E S (NOT THE HOUSEHOLD T Y P E ) W H E N R E ­
MOVING A BATTERY B Y HAND. S A F E T Y G L A S S E S
SHOULD ALSO B E W O R N . IF THE BATTERY IS
C R A C K E D OR LEAKING, THE ELECTROLYTE CAN
B U R N THE SKIN AND E Y E S .
(4) Remove battery holddowns (Figs. 4 or 5) and
remove battery from vehicle.
(5) Inspect battery tray (Figs. 6, 7, or 8) and hold-
downs for corrosion or damage. Remove corrosion us­
ing a wire brush and a sodium bicarbonate (baking
soda) and warm water cleaning solution. Paint any
exposed bare metal and replace any damaged parts.
(6) Inspect the battery case for cracks or other
damage that could result in electrolyte leaks. Also
check battery terminal posts for looseness. Batteries
with damaged cases or loose posts must be replaced.
(7) Inspect battery built-in test indicator sight
glass for indication of battery condition. If electrolyte
level is low, battery must be replaced. If battery is
discharged, charge as required. Refer to Group 8A -
Battery/Starting/Charging Systems Diagnosis for
more information.
(8) If the battery is to be reinstalled, clean outside
of battery case and top cover with sodium bicarbon-
BR
Fig. 4 Left Battery Holddown
Fig. 5 Right Battery Holddown - Diesel Engine
(3) Inspect the cable terminals for corrosion and
damage. Remove corrosion using a wire brush or post
and terminal cleaning tool, and a sodium bicarbonate
(baking soda) and warm water cleaning solution (Fig.
3). Replace cables that have damaged or deformed
terminals.