Checking The Battery - Honda RSX 2005 Owner's Manual

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Checking the Battery

TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
Check the condition of the battery
monthly by looking at the test
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator's
colors.
Check the terminals for corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. 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
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terminals with grease to help prevent
further corrosion.
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.
If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected or goes dead, your
driver's power window loses its
calibration and must be
reprogrammed (see page
your audio system will disable itself.
The next time you turn on the radio
you will see '' '' in the
frequency display. Use the Preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code
(see page 112 ).
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.
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Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance.