manual Saab 9 5 FL I 1 owners manual page 197

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95_US_MY09.book Page 197 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:03 AM Car care and technical information 197 Battery The battery is provided with a cover to Charging/replacing the battery protect it from radiated heat. If the battery is exposed to high temperatures, its life will be WARNING shortened. To remove the cover, release NOTICE the two clips along its long sides. • Work on the battery may entail an The cover fits the standard battery installed To avert the danger of short-circuiting explosion hazard, since the battery in the car. If a new battery is to be fitted, between the positive (+) terminal on the gives off hydrogen which forms an make sure that its dimensions are the same battery and the inlet manifold on the explosive mixture with the oxygen in as the standard one. engine, always disconnect the negative the air. (–) battery lead first and reconnect it last. For this reason, always avoid sparks The battery is maintenance free. or open flames when working near the Connect the positive lead to the positive (+) battery. NOTICE battery terminal (red), and the negative lead to a good ground point, e.g. the lifting lug at • The battery contains corrosive sulfuric A discharged battery can freeze and frac-the front of the engine. acid. Always wear a face mask or ture. Batteries should therefore always be To remove the battery, always disconnect goggles when working on the battery.stored away from frost. the negative (black) lead first and reconnect • If battery acid gets into the eyes or it last when fittin g the new battery. splashes the skin or clothing, wash the If frequent short journeys are made, the bat-The battery size must comply with DIN affected area liberally with water.tery may need to be given a booster charge. 53735 MFI 230/2.16. If acid gets into the eyes or a large This can be done either using a battery quantity makes contact with the skin, charger or by taking the car for a long run. seek medical help. A car with a standard equipment specifica- • Battery posts, terminals and related tion and a fully charged battery can be left accessories contain lead and lead for up to 40 days and still have a sufficient compounds. Wash your hands after charge for starting. If extra equipment is fit- handling. ted, such as a car phone, the charge may only be sufficient for about 15 days.

owners manual Saab 9-5

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