Battery - North America - Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 4500 2019 Series Owner's Manual

212 Vehicle Care

Battery - North America

Working Near Battery
The batteries are located on the
outboard side of the left frame rail,
behind the cab. The batteries are in
a carrier with the cover (2) retained
by spring clips (1).
Danger
Follow the precautions listed in
the jump starting Danger (see
"When the Battery is Discharged")
when working on or near the
battery. Personal injury
(particularly to eyes) or property
damage may result from battery
explosion, battery fluid or
electrical (short circuit) burns. You
and others could be seriously
injured or killed.
If the negative cable is disconnected
from the negative terminal on the
battery within 3 minutes after turning
the engine control switch to the
"LOCK" position, the engine control
module may malfunction.
Checking the Battery
Your new vehicle is equipped with a
maintenance-free battery. They
need no periodic electrolyte level
maintenance. The top of the battery
is permanently sealed (except for a
small vent hole) and has no filler
caps. You will never have to add
water. Remember to check and
recharge the battery as necessary,
and keep the connection clean.
If the vehicle is not going to be
driven for 30 days or longer,
disconnect the ground cable from
the negative ( ) terminal of the
battery to prevent discharge.
For full power needs at replacement
time, a battery with the same
specifications, as shown on the
original battery label, is
recommended.