For best battery service
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- Keep the battery securely installed.
- Keep the top of the battery clean and dry.
- Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
- Immediately rinse any spilled electrolyte from the battery using a solution of water and baking soda.
- If you do not plan to use the vehicle for an extended period of time, disconnect the battery cables.
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. If your vehicle’s battery is marked with LOWER and UPPER on the side, you can check the electrolyte level. The electrolyte level should be between the LOWER and UPPER marks. If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled (demineralized) water. (Never add sulfuric acid or other electrolytes.) When refilling, be careful not to splash the battery and adjacent components. Do not overfill the battery cells, as this can cause corrosion on other parts. Make sure to tighten the cell caps. Contact an authorized Kia dealer.
Risk of explosion
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Keep lit cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the battery. |
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The battery contains hydrogen, a highly combustible gas that will explode if it comes into contact with a flame or spark. |
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Keep batteries out of reach of children because batteries contain highly corrosive sulfuric acid and electrolytes. Do not allow battery acid to come into contact with your skin, eyes, clothing, or your vehicle’s paint finish. |
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Wear eye protection when charging or working near a battery. Always have proper ventilation when working in an enclosed space. |
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Always read instructions carefully when handling a battery. |
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If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention. If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the affected area. If you feel pain or a burning sensation, seek immediate medical attention. |
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An inappropriately disposed battery can be harmful to the environment and human health. Dispose of the battery according to your local laws or regulations. |
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The battery contains lead. Do not dispose of it after use. Please return the battery to an authorized Kia dealer to be recycled. |
Never attempt to recharge the battery when the battery cables are connected.
Risk of electrocution
Never touch the electrical ignition system while the vehicle is running. This system works with high voltage, which can shock you.
If you connect unauthorized electronic devices to the battery, the battery may be discharged. Never use unauthorized devices.
Battery lead compound
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling these parts.
California Proposition 65
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.