1996 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 278

Battery Every new Pontiac hasa Delco Freedom@ battery. You Also, for your audio system, see "Theft-Deterrent never have to add water to of these. When it's one time Feature" in the Index. for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown Bulb Replacement on the original battery's label. For the proper type replacement bulb, see of Vehicle Storage "Replacement Bulbs"'in the Index. If you're not goingto drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, take off the black, negative(-) cable fiom the battery. Halogen Bulbs This will help keep your battery fiom running down. Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. /\ CAUTION: I Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You'canbe badlyhurt if you aren't careful. See66Jump Starting" in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Ibs ha presr can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take specialcare when handling and disposing of halogen bulbs. 1 6-37