Battery Condition Check And Cleaning - PERODUA VIVA L250 2007 Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Do not overtighten the plug. Otherwise it
may cause engine damage.
1 O. Install the ignition coil.
Battery condition check and
cleaning
Lower limit
Check for cracks, or corroded or loose con­
nections or loose hold-down clamps.
If the terminals of the battery are dirty, clean
them with baking soda water and apply new
grease on them.
If the terminals are loose, tighten them se­
curely.
Check the electrolyte level if it is between the
upper and lower limits. If the electrolyte level
is too low, remove the vent cap from each
cell. Add distilled water to each cell up to
upper limit.
WARNING
When you service the battery, be
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Hold down
very careful not to short the termi­
clamp
nals of the battery with tools or
other metal objects. If the battery
terminals are shorted, It will cause
the battery to overheat, and can
cause damage or explosion.
Tighten the vent caps securely af­
ter adding distilled water. Other­
wise, the battery electrolyte may be
splashed out and damage your ve­
hicle, or even cause serious bodily
injury.
Battery contain sulfuric acid which
is poisonous and corrosive. Wear
protective safety glasses and be
careful not to splash battery fluid
on yourself, clothes, and vehicle.
If battery fluid is splashed on your
skin or in your eye, remove your
contaminated clothes and wash the
part at least 15 minutes.
If you have swallowed battery fluid,
drink as much water or milk as
possible and immediately see a
doctor.
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