2010 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 390
2010 Mazda MAZDA3 Manual
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Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Remove the battery cover before performing battery maintenance. qInspecting Electrolyte Level A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly. Battery cover Upper level Lower level qBattery Maintenance Inspect the electrolyte level at least once a week. If it's low, remove the caps and add enough distilled water to bring the level between the upper and lower level (illustration). Don't overfill. Examine the specific gravity of the electrolyte with a hydrometer, especially during cold weather. If it's low, recharge the battery. To get the best service from a battery: l Keep it securely mounted. l Keep the top clean and dry. l Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. l Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of water and baking soda. l If the vehicle will not be used for an extended time, disconnect the battery cables. 8-32