Battery - Mercury Sable 1998 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and care
If an overfill occurs,
excess fluid should be
DON'T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCH AREA--CHECH WHEN HOT-IDLING
removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may
cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or
possible damage.

BATTERY

Your vehicle is
equipped with a
Motorcraft
maintenance-free
battery which normally
does not require
additional water during
its life of service.
However, for severe usage or in high temperature
climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to
the "Service Guide" for the service interval
schedules.
If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can
add plain tap water to the battery, as long as you do
not use hard water (water with a high mineral or
alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill
the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery
needs water often, have the charging system
checked.
Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the
"level indicator". Do not overfill the battery
cells.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of
the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the
battery cables are always tightly fastened to the
battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals,
remove the cables from the terminals and clean with
a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a
solution of baking soda and water. Reinstall the
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