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Information
An inappropriately disposed
battery can be harmful to
the environment and human
health. Dispose of the battery
according to your local law(s) or
regulations.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to your vehicle:
[ Only use a 12-volt power supply
(battery or jumper system) to jump
start your vehicle.
[ Do not attempt to jump start your
vehicle by push-starting.
[ Always be sure that the battery
cover and cable are tightened after
finishing jump start your vehicle.
Otherwise is may cause damage to
the relevant parts, noise trouble, or
entrance of foreign substances.
CAUTION
While jump starting your vehicle, avoid
the positive (+) and negative (-) cables
to come in contact. A spark could cause
personal injury.
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The actual motor compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
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1. Low conductivity coolant reservoir
2. Coolant reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir5. Fuse box
6. Climate control system air filter
7. Jump-start negative(chassis) terminal
MOTOR COMPARTMENT
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Maintenance
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH
to you or bystanders, always follow
these precautions when working near
or handling the battery:
Always read and follow
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Wear eye protection designed
to protect the eyes from acid
splashes.
Keep all flames, sparks, or
smoking materials away from
the battery.
Hydrogen is always present
in battery cells, is highly
combustible, and may explode
if ignited.
Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which is highly corrosive. Do
not allow acid to contact your
eyes, skin or clothing.
If acid gets into your eyes,
flush your eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes
and get immediate medical
attention. If acid gets on
your skin, thoroughly wash
the area. If you feel pain or a
burning sensation, get medical
attention immediately.
[ When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the case may
cause battery acid to leak. Lift with a
battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
[ Do not attempt to jump start your
vehicle if your battery is frozen.
[ NEVER attempt to recharge the
battery when the vehicle’s battery
cables are connected to the battery.
[ The electrical ignition switch works
with high voltage. NEVER touch
these components with the “
”
indicator ON or when the START/
STOP button is in the ON position.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Wash hands after
handling.
NOTICE
Always follow these instructions when
handling your vehicle’s battery to
prevent damage to your battery:
[ When you do not use the vehicle for a
long time in a low temperature area,
disconnect the battery and keep it
indoors.
[ Always charge the battery fully to
prevent battery case damage in low
temperature areas.
[ Prevent liquid from wetting the
battery terminals. The performance
of the battery may be degraded, and
may cause injury. Be cautious when
loading liquid in the trunk.
[ Do not tilt the battery.
[ If you connect unauthorized
electronic devices to the battery, the
battery may be discharged. Never
use unauthorized devices.
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