TATA Motors nano genX, Owner'S Manual

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BATTERY
MAINTENANCE
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 terminal 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,
Battery :
Battery is located below driver seat
coat the terminals with petroleum
jelly.
Ensure that battery is 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 & 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.
Always ensure to get the specific
gravity of the battery checked as
per the maintenance schedule.
When checking or servicing the
battery, disconnect the negative
cable. Be careful not to cause a
short circuit by allowing metal
objects to contact the battery
posts and the vehicle at the same
time.