1996 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 132

1996 Nissan Sentra Manual

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BATTERY ● Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Any corrosion should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and water. ● Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. ● If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (−) battery terminal cable to prevent discharge. WARNING Do not expose the battery to flames or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas generated by battery action is explosive. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. After touching a battery or battery cap, do not touch or rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. ADI0616 ADI0617 Type 1 1. To remove the cap, gently pry between the battery cap and cover as illustrated. Use a cloth to protect the battery case. 2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level up to the OK level indicator in each filler opening. Do not overfill. 7-15

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Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Any corrosion should be washed off with
a solution of baking soda and water.
Make certain the terminal connections
are clean and securely tightened.
If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days
or longer, disconnect the negative (-)
battery terminal cable to prevent dis-
charge.
WARNING
Do not expose the battery to flames or
electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas gener-
ated by battery action is explosive. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact your
skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.
After touching a battery or battery cap,
do not touch or rub your eyes. Thor-
oughly wash your hands. If the acid
contacts your eyes, skin or clothing,
immediately
flush
with
water
for
at
least
15
minutes
and
seek
medical
attention.
Type 1
1. To remove the cap, gently pry between
the battery cap and cover as illustrated.
Use a cloth to protect the battery case.
2. Check the fluid level in each cell.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only
distilled water to bring the level up to the
OK level indicator in each filler opening.
Do not overfill.
ADI0616
ADI0617
BATTERY
7-15