Battery
Battery maintenance
Driving habits and  conditions, climate,  the number of starts, etc., all affect the service life and  function of the battery. In
order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the following in mind:
 Check the fluid level  in each cell  in the battery every 24 months  or every 15,0001 miles (24,000 km), whichever is
sooner. The fluid should be  at the level  shown in the illustrations above (A). Do not overfill.
1More  frequently in  warm climates.
 Use a  screw driver to open  the caps or cover and  a  flashlight to inspect the level.
 If necessary,  add  distilled water. The level  should never be  above the indicator (A).
 The fluid level  should be  checked if the battery has been recharged.
 After inspection, be  sure the cap over each battery cell  or the cover is securely in place.
 Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and  properly tightened.
 Never  disconnect the battery when the engine is running, or when the key  is in the ignition. This could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.
 The battery should be  disconnected from  the vehicle when a  battery charger is used directly on the battery.
 WARNING 
PROPOSITION  65 WARNING!
Battery  posts, terminals, and  related accessories contain  lead and  lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and  reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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