Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 203

1999 S70 & V70
Check the fluid level in the battery every 6 months or every 7,500 * miles (12,000 km).
The fluid level in each battery cell should be checked - use a screwdriver to open the caps and a
flashlight to inspect the level.
* More frequently in warm climates.
If necessary, add distilled water to approximately 0.4 in. (10 mm) above the plates in the cell or to the
level indicator.
See the illustration above.
Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tightened.
Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, for example when changing the battery.
The battery should be disconnected from the battery when using a battery charger.
Switch off the radio before disconnecting the battery. If your radio has an antitheft code and the
battery is disconnected, the radio code has to be reentered in order for the radio to function.
Wear protection goggles
See inside for details
Keep away from children
Corrosive
No smoking, no open flames, no sparks
Explosion
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