Warning! Be aware that the battery contains a sulfuric acid solution (electrolyte) - an aggressive highly toxic substance that corrodes skin, clothes and causes severe corrosion and oxidation of most metals. In case of contact with sulfuric acid, wash the affected areas with plenty of water. If sulfuric acid gets into your eyes, seek medical attention immediately.
When charging the battery (by car or indoors) oxygen and hydrogen are released. The most intense gases are released at the final stage of battery charging, the amount of gas released is proportional to the value of the charging current.
Oxygen and hydrogen mix at the surface of the plates and form an explosive mixture.
The slightest spark from a lit cigarette or from a match that has just gone out is enough to cause an explosion. In this case, the battery is destroyed, and sulfuric acid is thrown out. Nearby people may be injured by shrapnel from the battery case or splashes of sulfuric acid. The latter are especially dangerous if they get into the eyes, on the skin of the face or hands. In addition, clothes are damaged.
Switch off all electrical consumers before disconnecting or connecting the battery.
When charging the battery indoors, be sure to turn off the charger before disconnecting or connecting the battery.
Do not place metal objects on the surface of the battery that may cause a short circuit between the battery terminals.
Do not bring naked flames, blowtorches, gas burners, lighted cigarettes or matches near the battery.
Removing the battery
Note:
- The settings of some electronic devices are lost when the battery is disconnected (clock, radio, etc.) and access codes.
- Before disconnecting the battery, write down the settings and access codes. After connecting the battery, restore the settings and enter the four digit passcode (using the anti-theft remote control).
Figure 8.1. Location of the battery in the engine compartment (the arrow shows the mounting bolt)
Turn off all electrical consumers on the vehicle before removing. Disconnect the wires from the battery terminals, starting with «negative» terminals. Loosen the mounting bolt (Figure 8.1).
Installation
Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
Note. When installing or every time you disconnect the battery, it may be necessary to perform a few simple steps to ensure the normal operation of the car: set the time on the clock; enter the four-digit code of the audio system (using the remote control buttons on the steering wheel).