TATA Motors INDICA VISTA, Owner'S Manual

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BATTERY MAINTENANCE & SERVICING
08
BATTERY :
Check the battery for proper electrolyte
level and corrosion on the terminals.
1. Check the battery for electrolyte
level against the marking on the
battery outer case.
2. Check the battery terminals for
corrosion (a white or yellowish
powder). To remove it, cover the
terminals with a solution of baking
soda. It will bubble up and turn
brown.
3. When this stops, wash it off with
plain water. Dry off the battery with
a cloth or paper towel.
4. Coat the terminals with petroleum
jelly to prevent future corrosion.
Use a proper wrench to loosen and
remove cables from the terminals.
Always disconnect the negative
(-ve) cable first and reconnect it
last.
Clean the battery terminals with a
terminal cleaning tool or wire brush.
Reconnect and tighten the cables, coat
the terminals with petroleum jelly.
Ensure that the battery securely
mounted.
If you need to connect the battery to a
charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damage to the
vehicle’s
electrical system.
NOTE
During normal operation, the battery
generates gas which is explosive in
nature. A spark or open flame can
cause the battery to explode
causing very serious injuries.
Keep all sparks and open flames
and smoking materials away from
the battery.
Getting electrolyte in your eyes or
on the skin can cause severe burns.
Wear protective clothing and a face
shield or have a skilled technician
to do the battery maintenance.
The battery contains sulphuric acid
(electrolyte) which is poisonous and
highly corrosive in nature.