Battery - TATA Motors Indica V2 Owner's Manual & Service Book

MAINTENANCE & CAR CARE

BATTERY :

Check the battery for proper electrolyte level and corrosion
on the terminals.
During normal operation, the battery generates gas
which is explosive in nature, a spark or open flame
can cause the battery to explode causing very serious
injuries.
Keep all sparks & open flames and smoking materials
away from the battery.
Getting electrolyte in your eyes or on the skin can
cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a
face shield or have a skilled technician to do the
battery maintenance.
The battery contains sulphuric acid (electrolyte) which
is poisonous and highly corrosive in nature.
1. Check the battery for electrolyte level against the marking
on the battery outer case.
2. Check the battery terminals for corrosion (a white or
yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with
a solution of baking soda. It will bubble up and turn brown.
When this stops wash it off with plain water. Dry off the
battery with a cloth or paper towel.
Coat the terminal with petroleum jelly to prevent future
corrosion.
Use a proper wrench to loosen and remove cables from the
terminals. Always disconnect the negative (-ve) cable first
and reconnect it last.
Clean the battery terminals with a terminal cleaning tool or
wire brush.
Reconnect and tighten the cables, coat the terminals with
petroleum jelly.
If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect
both cables to prevent damage to the vehicle's electrical
system.
Note : Charging the battery with the cables connected can
seriously damage your vehicle's electrical/electronic
equipment.
Swallowing electrolyte can cause fatal injury if
immediate action is not taken.
Do not reverse the battery connection on the vehicle
as it may damage the vehicle electricals.
Note : -ve terminal is connected to the body/cab.
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