Honda HA4118H38A Owner's Manual page 72

MAINTENANCE
Inspection
1. Raise the hood. Remove the battery cell caps.
2. Inspect the electrolyte level of each cell. The electrolyte liquid
should cover all the plates.
3. If any plates are not covered, add distilled water as necessary.
Removal
To charge the battery, follow the procedures below.
1. Raise the hood. Remove the negative (-) cable from the battery
negative (-) terminal, then remove the positive (+) cable from the
battery positive (+) terminal.
2. Remove rubber strap securing battery.
3. Remove the battery from the battery compartment.
Charging
A battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and
smoking material away from the
battery.
1. Remove the battery cell caps.
2. Connect the battery charger following the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. After charging, check the electrolyte level in each of the cells.
Add distilled water if needed, then install the battery caps.
3, Clean the outside of the battery and the battery compartment with
a solution of baking soda and water. Don't allow any of the solution
to drip down the vent caps into the battery cells.
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