maintenance lexus LS400 1996 Audio System / 1996 LS400: ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

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Checking battery exterior
TerminalsHold±down  clamp
Check the battery for corroded or loose connections,
cracks, or loose hold±down clamps.
1. If the battery is corroded

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Checking battery fluid
There are 2 types of batteries: maintenance type and
non±maintenance  type.
A non±maintenance battery has ªMAINTENANCE FREE
BATTERYº on its top. A

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Check the battery condition by the hydrometer color.
Maintenance type battery
BLUE ± Good condition.
WHITE ± Charging necessary. Have the b

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Adding distilled water
(Maintenance type battery only)
LowO.K.
1. Remove the vent plugs.
2. Add distilled water to cells needing fluid.
If the side of your battery is cove