4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the
positive
(+)
and negative
(-)
terminal locations on
each vehicle. See
Engine
Compartment
Overview
or
-age
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for more information on location.
An electric fan can start up even when the
engine is not running and can injure you.
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from
any underhood electric fan.
Using a match near a battery can cause battery
gas to explode. People have been hurt doing
this, and some have been blinded. Use a
flashlight if you need more light.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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sure the batter) ..as enough water.
You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco@
battery installed
in
your new vehicle. But if
a battery has filler caps, be sure the right
amount of fluid is there.
If
it
is
low, add water
to take care of that first.
If
you don’t, explosive
gas could be present.
Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you.
Don’t get
it
on you. If you accidentally get
it
in
your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with
water and get medical help immediately.
Fans or other moving engine parts can injure
you badly. Keep your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
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