Isuzu D-MAX 2020, Owner'S And Driver'S Manual

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Handling the Battery
DANGER
• Usage or charging of the battery when the battery fluid is below the lower level
line can accelerate deterioration and give rise to dangerous situations such as
the generation of heat and even explosion.
• If battery fluid should come in contact with an eye, immediately wash it out using
a large amount of water and continue washing for at least 5 minutes. Following
this, contact a doctor for a medical examination. If fluid adheres to any part of
the body, wash it off using a large amount of water and contact a doctor for a
medical examination.
• When using tools or other metal objects in the vicinity of the battery, take care to
prevent them from coming into contact with the positive terminal. As the vehicle
itself will conduct electricity, any such contact can result in a short-circuit and a
highly dangerous electric shock.
• A vehicle battery generates extremely flammable hydrogen gas. For this reason,
operations producing sparks or requiring the usage of an open flame must never
be carried out near a vehicle battery. Failure to observe this precaution can
result in explosion if the hydrogen gas ignites. Whenever wiping up battery fluid,
a damp cloth should be used.
WARNING
• Always stop the engine whenever the battery is to be inspected.
• Dilute sulfuric acid is used as the battery fluid. Wear protective goggles when
handling the battery. Special care must be taken to ensure that this fluid does
not come into contact with skin, clothing, or the vehicle body.
• Battery fluid should never be filled beyond the upper level line. Failure to
observe this precaution can result in battery fluid spillage and corrosion of
battery terminals and other components. Any spilled battery fluid should be
immediately washed away with water.
• Do not allow your face or head to come close to the battery except when
absolutely necessary.
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