Rear Axle - Chevrolet Caprice 2014 Owner's Manual

auxiliary battery option K5S, the
auxiliary battery is in the trunk,
behind a trim panel on the
passenger side of the vehicle. Refer
to the replacement number shown
on the original battery label when a
new battery is needed.
Warning
A specifically developed battery
with a ventilation system is
required for this vehicle. Any
other standard battery may cause
explosive gases to enter the trunk
or passenger compartment.
Do not remove the caps on the
top of the battery. The battery
supplied in the vehicle is
maintenance free and does not
require checking or filling.
The battery vent tube must be
installed correctly to ensure the
explosive gases are vented
outside the vehicle.
Warning (Continued)
Only use a manufacturer
recommended battery as a
replacement.
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are
not careful. See Jump Starting on
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Warning
Warning
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Vehicle Care
Warning (Continued)
page 10-69 for tips on working
around a battery without
getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the
black, negative ( ) cable from the
battery to keep the battery from
running down.
Extended Storage: Remove the
black, negative ( ) cable from the
battery or use a battery trickle
charger.

Rear Axle

When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly
check rear axle fluid unless you
suspect there is a leak or you hear
an unusual noise. A fluid loss could
indicate a problem. Have it
inspected and repaired.
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