Battery - Mahidra TUV 300 Owner's Manual

14.7.3 Doors and Engine Hood
Check all doors and latches including the tailgate for proper
functioning. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures
the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
14.7.4 Tire Inflation Pressure
Check the tire pressure with a pressure gauge every week.

14.8 Battery

Your vehicle is equipped with a Mahindra genuine battery. For
longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly
fastened to the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the
cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. To prevent
corrosion, apply petroleum jelly to the battery terminals. Tighten
loose terminals and hold down clamp nuts only enough to keep the
battery firmly in place. Tightening excessively may damage the
battery terminals.
14.8.1 For Best Battery Service
• Keep the battery securely mounted
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• Keep the battery top clean and dry
• Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease
• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the battery immediately with a
solution of water and baking soda
Do not disconnect battery terminals while the engine is running.
This will adversely affect all electronic controllers.
While removing the battery, always disconnect the negative
terminal first. And while installing the battery, ensure the
negative terminal is connected last.
It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be
disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for
an extended period of time. This will minimize the discharge of your
battery during storage.
Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery
acid to contact eyes, skin or clothing. Don't lean over battery
when attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each
other. If acid splashes in the eyes or on the skin, flush
contaminated area immediately with large quantities of water.
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