Battery: Description and Operation

Vehicles are equipped with a 12 volt maintenance-free battery which is located in the luggage compartment, next to the spare tire. The battery purges any battery gases to the outside of the vehicle by means of a vent hose. This vent hose must be attached at all times. New batteries must be of the same vented design.

The battery contains a built-in hydrometer. The hydrometer eye indication is as follows:
^ A green dot means the battery is OK.
^ A yellow dot, or a red dot, or when the green dot is not visible, means the battery needs to be charged.

If the battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or after a new battery has been installed.

The battery normally does not require additional water during its useful life. For longer, trouble-free operation, the top of battery should be clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals.

If any terminal corrosion is detected, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. Battery acid can be neutralized with a solution of baking soda and water.







Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries.