Battery
Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed.
See Engine Compartment Overview for battery location.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Vehicle Storage
WARNING
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting for tips on
working around a battery without getting hurt.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down.
Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger.
See also:
If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant
If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat, but the
off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in
the seat. If this happens, use th ...
Wiper Arm Assembly Protection
When using an automatic car wash, move the windshield wiper lever to OFF.
This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers and/or rear wiper.
With Rainsense, if the transmission is in N (Ne ...
Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive
Vehicles with this feature always send engine power to all four wheels. It
is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions.
When using a compact spare tire ...