2004 Hyundai Matrix Owners Manual

DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
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If you  swallow  battery fluid,  drink a  large
quantity of water or milk followed by milk of
magnesia, eat a raw egg or drink vegetable
oil.  Get   medical  assistance  as  soon  as
possible.
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CHECKING THE BATTERY
CHECKING ELECTRIC  COOLING
FANS
WARNING:
The cooling fan is controlled by engine cool-
ant temperature and may sometimes oper-
ate even  when the  engine is  not running.
Use extreme caution when working near the
blades of the coolant fan, so that you are not
injured by a  rotating fan blade.  As the en-
gine coolant temperature decreases the fan
will automatically shut off. This is a normal
condition.
While batteries are being charged (either by a
battery charger or by the  vehicle’s alternator),
they produce explosive gases. Always observe
these warnings to prevent injuries from occur-
ring:
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Charge batteries  only  in a  well ventilated
area.
Do not permit flames, sparks or smoking in
the area.
Keep children away from the area.
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WARNING:
Checking Engine Cooling Fan
The engine coolant fan should come  on auto-
matically if  the engine coolant temperature  is
high.
Batteries can be dangerous! When working
with batteries, carefully observe the follow-
ing precautions to avoid serious injuries.
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The fluid in the battery contains a strong solu-
tion of  sulfuric  acid, which  is poisonous  and
highly  corrosive. Be  careful not  to  spill it  on
yourself or the car. If you do spill battery fluid on
yourself, immediately do the following:
Checking the Battery
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Keep the battery clean. Any evidence of corro-
sion around the battery posts or terminals should
be removed using a solution of household bak-
ing  soda and  warm  water.  After the  battery
terminals are dry, cover them with a light coat-
ing of grease.
Checking Condenser Cooling Fan
The  condenser coolant  fan  should come  on
automatically whenever the air conditioning  is
in operation.
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If  battery  fluid is  on  your  skin,  flush  the
affected  areas with  water  for  at least  15
minutes and then seek medical assistance.
If battery fluid is in your eyes, rinse out your
eyes with water and get medical assistance
as soon  as possible. While  you are being
driven to get  medical assistance, continue
to rinse your eyes by using a sponge or soft
cloth saturated with water.
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