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EnglishMaintenance -> Checking the Battery for your Honda CR-V 2006-2010
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Tires, Wheels, Checking the Battery
When installing cables, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and
mount them as tight as you can.
Make sure they are not contacting
the brake lines or suspension. Drive
slowly with them installed. If you
hear them coming into contact with
the body or chassis, stop and
Wheels
Checking the Battery
Clean the wheels as you would the
rest of the exterior. Wash them with
the same solution, and rinse them
thoroughly.
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
If equipped
Aluminum alloy wheels have a
protective clear-coat that keeps the
aluminum from corroding and
tarnishing. Cleaning the wheels with
harsh chemicals (including some
commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff
brush can damage the clear-coat. To
clean the wheels, use a mild
investigate. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads.
Traction devices that are the wrong
size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.
Check the condition of the battery
detergent and a soft brush or sponge. monthly by looking at the test
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
The location of the test indicator
window varies between
manufacturers.
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Checking the Battery
Check the terminals for corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
future corrosion.
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified technician.
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative (－) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
CONTINUED
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Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
On vehicles without navigation system
If your vehicle’s battery is
Vehicle Storage
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
If you need to park your vehicle for
an extended period (more than 1
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time, month), there are several things you
see page 259 .
Block the rear wheels.
should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are off the ground.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the radio, you
may see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
258 ).
Fill the fuel tank.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Disconnect the battery.
On vehicles with navigation system
The navigation system will also
disable itself. The next time you turn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
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