Maintenance and care – FORD 2001 Focus User Manual
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Maintenance and care
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When lifting a plasticĆcased
battery, excessive pressure
on the end walls could cause acid
to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or
damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
Keep batteries out of reach
of children. Batteries
contain sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to
protect against possible splashing
of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a
minimum of 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention. If acid
is swallowed, call a physician
immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds. Wash
hands after handling.
Because your vehicle's engine is
electronically controlled by a
computer, some control conditions
are maintained by power from the
battery. When the battery is
disconnected or a new battery is
installed, the engine must relearn
its idle conditions before your
vehicle will drive properly. To begin
this process: