Kia Forte: Maintenance / Battery
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 battery cables.
WARNING - Risk of explosion
Keep lit cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the battery.
The battery contains hydrogen -- a highly combustible gas which will explode if it comes in contact with a flame or spark.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children because batteries contain 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 working near a battery. Always provide ventilation when working in an enclosed space.
Always read the following instructions carefully when handling a battery.
If any electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention.
If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contacted area. If you feel pain or a burning sensation, get medical attention immediately.
An inappropriately disposed battery can be harmful to the environment and human health. Dispose the battery according to your local law(s) or regulation.
The battery contains lead. Do not dispose of it after use. Please return the battery to an authorized Kia dealer to be recycled.
Never attempt to recharge the battery when the battery cables are connected.
WARNING - Risk of electrocution
Never touch the electrical ignition system while the vehicle is running. This system works with high voltage which can shock you.
WARNING - Recharging Battery
Never attempt to recharge the battery when the battery cables are connected.
WARNING - Battery lead compound
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
✽ NOTICE
If you connect unauthorized electronic devices to the battery, the battery may be discharged. Never use unauthorized devices.
Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
or other components, do not attempt
to move the wip ...
Recharging the battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged
in a short time (because, for example,
the headlamps or interior
lamps were left on while t ...
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