KIA Sorento (2009) User Manual

Page 298

Advertising
background image

Maintenance

26

7

For best battery service :

• Keep the battery securely mounted.
• Keep the battery top clean and dry.
• Keep the terminals and connections

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, disconnect the bat-
tery cables.

(Continued)

If any electrolyte gets into
your eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If
possible, continue to apply
water with a sponge or
cloth until medical attention
is received.

If electrolyte gets on your
skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area. If you feel a
pain or a burning sensation,
get medical attention imme-
diately.

Wear eye protection when
charging or working near a
battery.

Always provide

ventilation when working in
an enclosed space.

(Continued)

(Continued)

An inappropriately dis-
posed battery can be harm-
ful to the environment and
human health. Dispose the
battery according to your
local law(s) or regulation.

• When lifting a plastic-cased bat-

tery, excessive pressure on the
case may cause battery acid to
leak, resulting in personal injury.
Lift with a battery carrier or with
your hands on opposite corners.

• Never attempt to recharge the

battery when the battery cables
are connected.

• The electrical ignition system

works with high voltage. Never
touch these components with the
engine running or the ignition
switched on.

Failure to follow the above warn-
ings can result in serious bodily
injury or death.

E2BLA721

Advertising