2006 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 299
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual
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RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page299 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (299,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. When working near a battery, do not allow metal tools to contact the positive ( ) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery. Do not allow the positive ( ) terminal to contact the vehicle body. Battery-Related Explosion: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells. 8-25 Form No.8U58-EA-05J