Tyres
10-10 Maintenance
10
positive (+) terminal and then the negative
(
−
) terminal.
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NOTE
Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-
necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.
Loosen the nut (B), and then disconnect the
battery cable from the positive (+) terminal.
WARNING
Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery could
explode.
The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact with
your eyes, skin, clothing, or the painted
surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt electrolyte
should be flushed immediately with ample
amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from contact
with electrolyte requires immediate medi-
cal attention.
Ventilate when charging or using the bat-
tery in an enclosed space.
CAUTION
Keep it out of reach of children.
Never disconnect the battery with the opera-
tion mode in the “ON”; doing so could dam-
age the vehicle’s electrical components.
Never short-circuit the battery; doing so
could cause it to overheat and be damaged.
If the battery is to be quick-charged, first dis-
connect the battery cables.
In order to prevent a short circuit, be sure to
disconnect the negative (
−
) terminal first.
Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
Do not bring the nearby parts, the plastic
parts and so on into contact with sulphuric
acid (battery electrolyte) which may crack,
stain or discolour them.
If they are in contact, wipe off with soft
cloth, chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then immedi-
ately rinse the affected parts with plenty of
water.
NOTE
Keep the terminals clean. After the battery is
connected, apply terminal protection grease.
To clean the terminals, use lukewarm water.
WARNING
Check to see if the battery is securely
installed and cannot be moved during travel.
Also check each terminal for tightness.
When the vehicle is to be left unused for a
long period of time, remove the battery and
store it in a place where the battery fluid will
not freeze. The battery should be stored only
in a fully charged condition.
Tyres
WARNING
Driving with tyres that are worn, damaged
or improperly inflated can lead to a loss of
control or blow out of the tyres which can
result in a collision with serious or fatal
injury.
NOTE