Owner's manual

BATTERY

WARNING

Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains sulfuric acid. Serious burns can

result from contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Antidote:

External: Flush with water.

Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,

beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.

Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away.

Ventilate when charging or using in an enclosed space. Always shield eyes

when working near batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Your vehicle may have either a sealed battery, which requires little maintenance,

or a conventional battery. A sealed battery can be identified by its flat covers on

the top of the battery. A conventional battery has six filler caps on the top of the

battery.

Always keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. If cleaning is

necessary, remove the corrosion with a stiff wire brush. Wash with a solution of

one tablespoon baking soda and one cup water. Rinse well with tap water and

dry off with clean shop towels. Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or

petroleum jelly. Be careful not to allow cleaning solution or tap water into a

conventional battery.

WARNING

Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an

explosion and cause serious injury or death. When removing the battery,

always disconnect the negative (black) cable first. When reinstalling the

battery, always connect the negative (black) cable last.

BATTERY CHARGING

When not in use, park the vehicle and connect the battery charger. The vehicle’s

charging cord is located inside the right front bumper.

WARNING

Failure to provide adequate ventilation while charging batteries can result in an

explosion. Hydrogen gas is emitted during charging and will rise and

accumulate at the ceiling. Always ensure a minimum of five (5) air changes per

hour in the charging area. Never charge the batteries in an area subject to a

flame or spark, including areas containing gas or propane water heaters and

furnaces. Do not smoke in the charging area.

MAINTENANCE