Maintenance
Battery recharging
(Continued)
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
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When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure on
the case may cause battery
acid to leak, resulting in per-
sonal injury. Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
Never attempt to charge the
battery when the battery
cables are connected.
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• If the battery becomes discharged
in a short time (because, for exam-
ple, the headlights or interior lights
were left on while the vehicle was
not in use), recharge it by slow
charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
• If the battery gradually discharges
because of high electric load while
the vehicle is being used, recharge
it at 20-30A for two hours.
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For best battery service :
The electrical ignition system
voltage.
Never touch these compo-
nents with the engine running
or the ignition switched on.
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Keep the battery securely mount-
ed.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
• Keep the terminals and connec-
tions 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.
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with
high
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If the vehicle is not going to be
used for an extended time, discon-
nect the battery cables.
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| Categories | Kia Amanti Manuals, Kia Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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(4 votes, average: 3 out of 5)
Automotive readers have rated 2004 Kia Amanti Owners Manual 3.0 out of 5.0 based on 4 product reviews. Have information that can help when it come to fixing my car.
very informational however can be a little better organized and user friendly.