Checking The Battery - Honda Automobiles 2008 Civic Si Coupe Owner's Manual

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If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified technician.
Battery posts,
WARNING:
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
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If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle's
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
2008 Civic Sedan
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Checking the Battery

If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio, you
may see ''CODE'' in the frequency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the code (see page
On vehicles with navigation system
The navigation system will also
disable itself. The next time you turn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual.
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