Black plate (300,1)
NOTE
l
Remove the engine and battery
covers before performing battery
maintenance.
Engine cover
Battery cover
l
If the cover has been removed,
install it in the reverse order of
removal.
q
Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
l
Keep it securely mounted.
l
Keep the top clean and dry.
l
Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.
l
Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
l
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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