Kia Soul 2012 User Manual download pdf (Page 348)

Maintenance

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BATTERY

For best battery service

• Keep the battery securely mount-

ed.

• Keep the battery top clean and dry.

• Keep the terminals and connec-

tions clean, tight, and coated with

petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from

the battery immediately with a

solution of water and baking soda.

• If the vehicle is not going to be

used for an extended time, discon-

nect the battery cables.

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WARNING - Risk of

explosion

Keep lit cigarettes and

all other flames or

sparks away from the

battery.

The battery contains

hydrogen - a highly com-

bustible gas, which will

explode if it comes in

contact with a flame or

spark.

WARNING - Sulfuric

acid in

batteries

Keep batteries out of the

reach of children

because batteries con-

tain highly corrosive

SULFURIC ACID and

electrolytes. Do not

allow battery acid to

contact your skin, eyes,

clothing or paint finish.

Wear eye protection

when charging or work-

ing near a battery.

Always provide ventila-

tion when working in an

enclosed space.

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