Customer Safety Information

The battery is one of the most important electrical components in the vehicle. If it functions properly, the battery will make a significant contribution to customer satisfaction. To ensure a long service life, the battery must be checked, serviced and maintained as described in this section.

In addition to starting the engine, the battery has additional functions as a buffer and supplier of electrical power for the entire vehicle electrical system.

Warnings and safety precautions for lead-acid batteries







1 - Follow the recommendations on the battery.
2 - Danger of acid burns:
Battery acid is extremely caustic, therefore wear protective gloves and eye protection.
Do not tip battery. Acid may escape from battery vents.
3 - Keep open flame, sparks, unenclosed light bulbs and lit smoking materials away from battery.
Guard against creating sparks when working with cables and electrical equipment.
- Avoid short-circuits.
4 - Wear eye protection
5 - Keep children away from acid and batteries.
6 - Proper disposal:
Waste batteries must be brought to appropriate waste disposal site. Dispose of old batteries in compliance with applicable Federal, State and local laws regarding hazardous waste disposal.
7 - Never discard old batteries in the household trash!
8 - Explosive hazard:
Highly explosive gas is produced when batteries are charged.