2006 Subaru Legacy Owner's Manual - Page 378

Maintenance and service 11-45 To lessen the risk of sparks, remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and anything connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle because a short circuit will result. Keep everyone including children away from the battery. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling. battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water. Fuses Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. B00130 Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life. It is unnecessary to periodically check the The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. The fuses are located in two fuse boxes. One is located under the instrument panel behind the fuse box cover on the driver's seat side. - CONTINUED -