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Maintenance and CareOwner MaintenanceNOTERemove the battery cover beforeperforming battery maintenance.lIf the vehicle will not be used for anextended time, disconnect the batterycables.qInspecting Electrolyte LevelA low level of electrolyte fluid will causethe battery to discharge quickly.Upper levelqBattery MaintenanceLower levelInspect the electrolyte level at least once aweek. If it's low, remove the cap and addenough distilled water to bring the levelbetween the upper and lower level(illustration).To get the best service from a battery:llllKeep it securely mounted.Keep the top clean and dry.Keep terminals and connections clean,tight, and coated with petroleum jellyor terminal grease.Rinse off spilled electrolyteimmediately with a solution of waterand baking soda.Don't overfill.Examine the specific gravity of theelectrolyte with a hydrometer, especiallyduring cold weather. If it's low, rechargethe battery.8-36